August weather, activities, events & insider tips
Temperature, rainfall and humidity at a glance
Weigh the advantages and considerations before booking
How August compares to the rest of the year
| Month | High | Low | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | -2°C | -12°C | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
| Feb | 1°C | -11°C | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
| Mar | 5°C | -6°C | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
| Apr | 12°C | 1°C | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
| May | 19°C | 7°C | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
| Jun | 24°C | 13°C | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
| Jul | 27°C | 16°C | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
| Aug | 26°C | 15°C | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
| Sep | 22°C | 11°C | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
| Oct | 15°C | 6°C | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
| Nov | 7°C | -2°C | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
| Dec | 1°C | -8°C | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
Top things to do during your visit
Late August turns the fairgrounds into straight Vermont bedlam, maple creemees drip faster than you can lick while bluegrass riffs duel with tractor-pull roar. The ag barns reek of fresh hay and jittery livestock, and teenagers burst into tears when their 1,200-pound Holstein snags Best in Show. Hit a Tuesday for elbow room and a full card of events.
August evenings stretch just long enough for a three-stop food crawl, kick off with Vermont cheddar flights at The Skinny Pancake, slide into wood-fired pizza at Positive Pie, and finish with maple bourbon ice cream at Morse Farm's shoebox scoop shop. The 8-block loop is painless under August's 26°C (79°F) highs, and air-conditioned galleries offer quick respites.
August's low water bares sandy banks good for picnic breaks, paddle the 10 km (6.2 miles) from Montpelier to Middlesex past herons spearing minnows in ankle-deep water. The river's warm enough for a swim, and locals fish smallmouth bass from lawn chairs wedged on the banks.
The 185-acre park's maple and oak canopy knocks the temperature down 5°C (9°F), relief when downtown hits 26°C (79°F). The 3 km (1.9 miles) climb to the stone tower dishes 360-degree views of the Green Mountains, and you'll share the path with locals walking dogs before clock-in.
August opens the backstage door to maple sugaring, wander Morse Farm's 200-year-old sugarhouse where the ghost of last winter's boil still sweetens the rafters. Taste maple cream whipped to butter texture, watch the new sap tested for sugar, and haul out syrup at farm-gate prices.
Hand-picked hotels across price tiers for August travellers.
What's happening during your visit
The 177-year-old fair rolls the last full week of August with tractor pulls, pie-eating wars, and enough maple goods to stock a sugarhouse. The Saturday night demolition derby sells out, locals tailgate with Vermont beer and cheese boards.
Bookmark this page — your progress is saved between visits
Climate-specific gear, brand recommendations, and what to leave at home.
View Montpelier Packing List →Insider knowledge and common pitfalls to avoid
Browse Viator's full catalog of tours, day trips, food experiences, and private guides in Montpelier.
See All Montpelier Tours on Viator