Cooperstown Weather:
It Doesn’t Get More Inconsistent Than This

Written on AUG.12, 2025

Light Fog on Otsego Lake in Early Fall

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Don’t bother looking at the weather app. Seriously. The weather in Cooperstown changes by the day. Actually, it changes by the minute. You’re just as likely to get a sunburn as you are to get hit with a surprise drizzle.

At some point during the day, it’s going to be overcast. Every other day? Drizzle. That’s just how it goes here. But no matter what’s falling from the sky, the scenery stays gorgeous.

Cooperstown Summers: Baseball Weather with a Twist

If you’re visiting Cooperstown, chances are it's in the summer during tournament season. That runs from June through August. Temps usually sit in the mid 70s to low 80s. That’s probably the only thing you can count on.
When the app says "overcast with rain," don't cancel your plans. Just as likely, it turns out partly sunny with no rain at all. Happens all the time.
So why’s the weather so unpredictable? A few reasons:
Elevation: Cooperstown sits 1,200 feet above sea level, so it's cooler than most towns nearby. It can be 15 degrees colder than New York City on the same day!
Geography: Cooperstown is far inland. No ocean means temps swing harder.
Lake Otsego: The lake throws off fog almost every morning that drifts into the village. Visibility drops, everything feels damp, and your phone will still say it’s sunny.
The weather app gives you a rough temperature. Beyond that, don't trust it.

Cooperstown Fall: Foliage, Fog, and Flannel Season

September and October are a different kind of magic. The leaves turn every shade of orange and red. The lake goes quiet. The air smells crisp.
What to expect:

Early fall: Highs in the 60s to low 70s
Late fall: Temps drop into the 50s and 40s
Weather mix: Foggy mornings, scattered rain, maybe a dusting of snow by Halloween

Bring layers. And if you’re here for the foliage, drive the lake road on County Route 31. You won’t regret it.

Cooperstown Spring: Mud, Chill, and Quiet Beauty

Spring shows up late in Cooperstown. April is mostly mud. May finally feels like something.

April: Cold mornings with temps in the 40s and 50s. You will still get snow!
May: Temps hit the 50s and 60s. Still damp and chilly, but getting there.

Mornings are foggy. Afternoons can be beautiful. You’ll want boots, a hoodie, and a backup plan in case the trails are soggy.
It’s the calm before the summer storm, and locals know it.

Cooperstown Winter: Quiet, Cold, and Stunning

Once late November hits, Cooperstown settles into winter. The lake freezes. Snow starts to stick. Tourists disappear.

Temps: Mostly 20s and 30s. Sometimes in the teens or below.
Snow: Comes often. Stays for a while.
Lake wind: Cuts through everything. Be ready for it.

If you're into cross-country skiing or ice fishing, this place turns into a hidden gem. Just don’t forget gloves that actually work.

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