Cooperstown climate
Heavy snow and freezing nights call for a lake-country winter plan
NOAA's local station reports a 42.8 degree Fahrenheit annual mean, 47.59 inches of precipitation, and 85.5 inches of snow. January averages 23.3 and 13.6 degrees, while July averages 72.6 and 59.0. It averages 2.7 days at or above 90 degrees and about 155 freezing nights.
Inspect heating, insulation, roof, snow storage, ice, shoreline drainage, covered entries, power, roads, and the route to care during winter and heavy rain.
Living through the seasons
Summers are the easier season. Winter comfort deserves a closer look.
- Overall Comfort
- Moderate
2.5 / 5
- Average Summer High
- 76°F
- Days Above 90°F
- 0 days/year
- Summer Feel
- Excellent
Mild · 76°F
Excellent
4.8 / 5
- Average Winter Low
- 17°F / -8°C
- Days Below Freezing
- 154 days/year
- Winter Feel
- Poor
Poor
Poor
1 / 5
The shape of the year
Humidity, comfortable months, and sunshine show how the seasons differ.
- Humidity
- 85%
- Comfortable Months
- 4 months
- Solar Exposure
- 1356 peak sun hrs/yr
Poor
Poor
Poor
Air, allergies, and weather
Air quality and allergies shape day to day comfort. The best months and weather risks help with timing.
Air and allergies
- Air Quality
- Excellent
- Allergy Levels
- Poor
4.9 / 5
Current AQI
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Current PM2.5
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Timing and weather
- Long Term Fine Particle Pollution
- 4.6 µg/m³ 2021-2025 modeled average
- Best Months
- Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
- Toughest Months
- Jan, Feb, Dec
- Heat Risk
- Low
- Drought Risk
- Low - Medium (0.2-0.4)
- Weather Volatility
- Moderate
Excellent · 4.6 µg/m³ 2021-2025 modeled average
Very Good
3.5 / 5
Cooperstown in everyday life
Could Cooperstown work for you?
What may work well
- NOAA provides local station normals with clear snow and freeze figures.
- The village offers lake, parks, museums, library, and indoor cultural choices.
What to think about
- Snow, freezing nights, heating, shoreline, and power need attention.
- Station elevation and local terrain may differ from individual properties.
Choose Cooperstown for the whole year
Inspect heating
Review HVAC, insulation, windows, roof, filters, pipes, snow, ice, covered entries, and power.
Price lake and winter resilience
Ask about snow removal, shoreline, drainage, flood coverage, roof, trees, tires, and safe routes.
Keep indoor choices
Pair lake and parks with library, museums, Hall of Fame, art, meals, calls, and home activities during poor weather.
Questions retirees ask
Does Cooperstown have harsh winters?
The station averages 85.5 inches of snow and about 155 freezing nights, with a January mean low of 13.6 degrees. Review heating, snow, ice, tires, power, and care access.
What should I inspect before buying?
Review heating, insulation, roof, snow storage, shoreline drainage, covered entries, power, insurance, and the route to care.
Cooperstown's climate choice depends on heating, snow, ice, shoreline drainage, power, indoor options, and a care route that remains manageable through winter.
Sources
Climate comfort helps estimate how practical daily life may feel across the year, especially for heat, humidity, cold, and seasonal constraints.
Seasonal timing, health conditions, air conditioning, air quality, and elevation can change the lived experience.
- NASA POWER
Used for Overall Comfort, Summer Feel, Average Summer High, Days Above 90°F, Winter Feel, Average Winter Low, Days Below Freezing, Humidity, Comfortable Months, Solar Exposure, Best Months, Toughest Months, Allergy Levels, Heat Risk
- Open-Meteo / Copernicus CAMS
Used for Air Quality, Long-Term Fine-Particle Pollution
Checked 2026-05-18
- World Resources Institute (WRI)
Used for Drought Risk
Checked 2026-07-13
- Open-Meteo + Climate Heuristic
Used for Weather Volatility
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