Lamoille Valley Rail Trail, VT
Today’s Forecast:
Today’s Report:
Biking
Not Recommended for biking. High near 41°F. Low rain risk (9%). Temperatures outside comfort limits (41°F).
- Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Hiking
Good for hiking. High near 41°F. Low rain risk (9%).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Outdoor Events / Activities
Not Recommended for outdoor events / activities. High near 41°F. Low rain risk (9%). Temperatures outside comfort limits (41°F).
- Temp: Unfavorable weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Sledding / Snowshoeing
Good for sledding / snowshoeing. High near 41°F. Low rain risk (9%).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Favorable conditions
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
About Lamoille Valley Rail Trail
Planning for Lamoille Valley Rail Trail starts with the exact trail, road, launch, lift, or event area rather than the nearest town forecast alone. The corridor between St. Johnsbury and Three Rivers Path can experience different access and surface conditions on the same day.
Planning an Outing at Lamoille Valley Rail Trail
Use recent precipitation and overnight temperature trends to judge trail, road, snow, or water conditions before departure. For biking, hiking, outdoor events, verify the access serving Danville instead of assuming the whole destination is ready for use.
Weather Tips for Lamoille Valley Rail Trail
- Account for black flies, mosquitoes, ticks, hunting seasons, smoke, and wet leaves when they apply.
- Check trail closures, recent rain, overnight freezes, seasonal gates, washed-out roads, and parking availability.
- Avoid soft trails during mud season; damage can persist long after standing water disappears.
- Around St. Johnsbury, recent rain and thaw may close or damage trails and unpaved approaches even when paved roads are clear.
Nearby Towns and Areas
Use this forecast as practical context for outdoor plans near:
- St. Johnsbury
- Danville
- Hardwick
- Morrisville
- Cambridge Junction
- Swanton
- Three Rivers Path
Adjust the Day to the Forecast
A lower, drier, calmer, or more sheltered alternative can preserve the day without forcing the original itinerary.
7-Day Forecast for Lamoille Valley Rail Trail
Weather by Season
Winter
Winter brings wind, ice, short daylight, and rapidly changing snow. Verify operations and traction needs before using exposed or high terrain. Check conditions near Cambridge Junction because local access may change before the broader forecast does.
Spring
Spring is an extended transition of snowmelt, freeze-thaw, mud, cold rain, and seasonal closures. Respect trail and road restrictions. Check conditions near Swanton because local access may change before the broader forecast does.
Summer
Summer offers broad access but also thunderstorms, humidity, bugs, ticks, smoke, and sudden mountain fog. Early starts preserve flexibility. Check conditions near Three Rivers Path because local access may change before the broader forecast does.
Fall
Fall combines cool recreation weather with wet leaves, cold rain, early frost, and heavy foliage traffic. Daylight shortens quickly. Check conditions near St. Johnsbury because local access may change before the broader forecast does.
Key Climate Data Points
- Annual average temperature: roughly 38–45°F in Vermont’s higher mountain zones; elevation and proximity to large water create meaningful local variation.
- Annual snowfall: commonly 60–100 inches across northern or elevated interior areas, with more on nearby peaks.
- Warmest months: July is generally warmest, with cooler conditions at elevation and near open water.
- Coolest months: January is usually coolest, with persistent cold in northern and mountain areas.
- Wettest season: Precipitation is distributed through the year, with spring runoff and summer thunderstorms producing important access impacts.
- Driest season: Late winter is often comparatively dry, though snow cover remains substantial in mountain areas.
- Best outdoor window: Late spring through early fall for warm-season use after mud season; winter destinations depend on current snow, ice, and operations.
