Walking Weather in Burlington, Vermont
In Burlington, the middle of the day, when it's at its warmest and the light is good, is usually your window. The easiest months are June, July, August, and September. Through January and February, aim for the warmest part of the day and keep it shorter.
Walk Window finds your window in Burlington every day — and reminds you when to head out.
Get the appWhen to walk, by season
Winter
Winter highs sit near 28°F with lows around 10°F — watch for ice and bundle up. Shorter daylight means walking a little earlier in the afternoon.
Spring
Spring runs 33–55°F at about 60% humidity — usually Burlington's easiest walking. Watch for spring rain and pollen.
Summer
Summer highs near 80°F and 66% humidity make midday hard work — head out early or after sunset, and check the pavement before dog walks.
Fall
Fall eases to 36–57°F at about 68% humidity — often the best stretch of the year for an unhurried walk.
The months people ask about
The easy months to plan around, and the ones worth timing carefully in Burlington.
Walking the dog in Burlington
- •Pavement temperature is rarely a concern even in summer
- •The Burlington Greenway along Lake Champlain is excellent for dog walking
- •Muddy trails during spring snowmelt (April-May) — 'mud season' is real
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to walk in Burlington?
The most comfortable months to walk in Burlington are June, July, August, September. Most days, the morning before the afternoon heat is your easiest window.
Is it too hot to walk in Burlington in summer?
Summer middays in Burlington can be hard going. The early morning and the cooler evening still work — that's the window to take.
When is the most comfortable season to walk in Burlington?
Burlington has a humid continental with cold, snowy winters and mild summers. The easiest walking lands in June and July, when the temperature and humidity are at their kindest.
