The climate in 05766 Ripton, VT is humid continental. Summers are warm and humid, with temperatures typically ranging from the low 70s to mid 80s (Fahrenheit). Winters are cold and snowy, with temperatures usually between 10-30 degrees Fahrenheit. With an annual snowfall average of 91 inches, Ripton sees nearly eight months of snow cover each year. The area receives plenty of rain throughout the year as well. This combination creates ideal conditions for ski resorts, which are plentiful in the area.
Ripton (zip 05766), Vermont gets 46 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Ripton (zip 05766) averages 122 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 159 sunny days per year in Ripton (zip 05766). The US average is 205 sunny days.
Ripton (zip 05766) gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 158 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 77 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 5
Rain: averages 46 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 122 inches of snow a year