Weather & Climate in Middlebury, VT
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Middlebury has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. The area receives 58.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 364 feet.
Temperature
18°F Jan (-8°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 45.0°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 364 ft (111 m) |
| Area | 14.1 sq mi (36.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 504/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.0079°N, 73.1576°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Addison County County |
| Nearest Airport | Patrick Leahy Burlington International (BTV) 34 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 26.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 14.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 81.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
52 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.3.
| Apr 20, 2002 | 8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York | M5.3 | 71 km | 5 km |
| Apr 20, 2000 | 7 km WSW of Newcomb, New York | M3.8 | 88 km | 5 km |
| Jul 5, 1991 | 7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada | M3.8 | 148 km | 18 km |
| Oct 6, 2000 | 1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada | M3.8 | 142 km | 18 km |
| Nov 16, 1993 | 5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada | M3.8 | 133 km | 17 km |
| Aug 21, 1996 | 12 km N of Livermore, New Hampshire | M3.8 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Jun 16, 1995 | 8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire | M3.8 | 104 km | 5 km |
| Jan 9, 2006 | 2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada | M3.7 | 127 km | 13 km |
| Apr 8, 2003 | 17 km ESE of Saint Regis Falls, New York | M3.7 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Apr 20, 2002 | 5 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York | M3.7 | 68 km | 5 km |
| Oct 6, 1992 | 1 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire | M3.4 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Jan 13, 2020 | 5 km SW of Franklin, Canada | M3.4 | 127 km | 6 km |
| Jun 9, 1998 | 3 km N of Dannemora, New York | M3.3 | 94 km | 5 km |
| Aug 24, 2011 | 13 km ENE of Saint Regis Falls, New York | M3.2 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Sep 26, 2010 | 2 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire | M3.2 | 147 km | 5 km |
| May 6, 2020 | 9 km SE of Bedford, Canada | M3.1 | 119 km | 14 km |
| Feb 1, 2024 | 6 km WNW of Huntingdon, Canada | M3.1 | 149 km | 8 km |
| Sep 21, 1995 | 3 km W of Huntingdon, Canada | M3.1 | 146 km | 18 km |
| Mar 11, 2020 | 0 km SSW of South Glens Falls, New York | M3.1 | 88 km | 13 km |
| May 24, 2002 | 6 km N of Au Sable Forks, New York | M3.1 | 69 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
2 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 1991 | Bob | Category 2 | 98 mph | 266 km |
| 1985 | Gloria | Category 1 | 86 mph | 236 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
58 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF2. Total: 12 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 5, 2002 | EF2 | 98 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 1983 | EF2 | 58 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 11, 1976 | EF2 | 89 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 1970 | EF2 | 88 km | 4.5 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 1969 | EF2 | 90 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 1966 | EF2 | 96 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Aug 11, 1966 | EF2 | 85 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1963 | EF2 | 99 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 9, 1962 | EF2 | 98 km | 7.7 mi | 0 |
| Jul 9, 1962 | EF2 | 91 km | 7.6 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1962 | EF2 | 93 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 1960 | EF2 | 72 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 24, 1955 | EF2 | 89 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 6, 1952 | EF2 | 76 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Jul 16, 2024 | EF1 | 83 km | 1.8 mi | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2022 | EF1 | 15 km | 0.9 mi | 0 |
| May 16, 2022 | EF1 | 99 km | 4.8 mi | 0 |
| Mar 26, 2021 | EF1 | 2 km | 0.7 mi | 0 |
| Aug 10, 2020 | EF1 | 84 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| May 29, 2020 | EF1 | 99 km | 8.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°F (-8°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.0 in |
Middlebury has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 18°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.1").