Climate of Vermont: Vermont has a climate is known for its cold, snowy winters and warm summers, with plenty of rain throughout the year. The average temperatures change with elevation, slope, and local features. Vermont is close to the Atlantic Ocean and Lake Champlain, and the nearby jet stream affects Vermont’s changing weather patterns. Features also include most winds coming from the west, but local landforms can change their directions. The winter temperatures vary more across different areas than summer temperatures do with 80°F to 90°F degrees summers and 10°F to 28°F degrees winters, and precipitation being less in the northern and western parts of the state, with 42.5 inches average rainfall per year, and 154 inches of snowfall per winter, Vermont has a total of 167 sunny days per year, with approximately 46% of days being sunny.

More About Vermont: Throughout the years, Vermont has earned the titles of the Green Mountain State—derived from the French term “ver mont,” meaning green mountain: boasting picturesque rolling mountains, exceptional skiing opportunities, locally sourced organic cuisine, and a progressive cultural atmosphere. This state offers a wealth of outdoor activities throughout the year, whether in winter or summer.

The Great Location of Vermont: The state of Vermont spans 157.4 miles in length, 90.3 miles wide, making it the 45^th smallest state in the United States. Vermont is on the eastern side of North America, close to the Atlantic Ocean and Lake Champlain. It is bordered by Quebec, Canada on the north, New Hampshire on the east, Massachusetts on the south and New York on the west.

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Vermont’s Statehood Facts:

The History:

Vermont Officially Adopted as a U.S. State, State Song, Admission Date & Vermont Flag
State Name Info ♪ State Song ♫	Admission	Capital	Flag Image
14th State. Vermont Republic “Moonlight in Vermont” by Frank Sinatra (Modern), “These Green Mountains” by Diane Martin (composer) Rita Buglass Gluck (arranger) (Original)	03/04/1791	Montpelier

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Some Great Vermont Sites:  Here is a list of some some great places to visit while in Vermont:

• Hildene The Lincoln Family Home, 1005 Hildene Rd, Manchester Center, VT 05255
• Church Street Marketplace, 131 Church St, Burlington, VT 05401
• Shelburne Museum, 6000 Shelburne Rd, Shelburne, VT 05482
• Burlington Bike Path, 1 Main St, Burlington, VT 05401
• Quechee Gorge, 5966 Woodstock Rd, Hartford, VT 05001
• Sugarbush Farm, 591 Sugarbush Farm Rd, Woodstock, VT 05091
• Moss Glen Falls, 369-615 Moss Glen Falls Rd, Stowe, VT 05672
• Stowe Recreation Path, 336 Park Street, Stowe, VT 05672
• Waterfront Park, 20 Lake St, Burlington, VT 05401
• Mount Mansfield, 175 Pleasant Valley Rd., Stowe, VT 05672
• Billings Farm & Museum, 69 Old River Rd, Woodstock, VT 05091
• Stowe Mountain Resort, 5781 Mountain Rd, Stowe, VT 05672

Memorable Vermont Events:  Here is a list of some events that happened in Vermont:

• 1609: Samuel de Champlain explores Vermont and claims the land for France.
  
• 1666: The French build Fort St. Anne, the first European settlement, on an island in Lake Champlain.
  
• 1724: The English build Fort Dummer in Vermont to protect the colonists in Massachusetts.
  
• 1754: The French and Indian War begins.
  
• 1763: The British win the French and Indian War and take control of Vermont.
  
• 1775: Ethan Allen and the Green Mountain Boys capture Fort Ticonderoga.
  
• 1777: Vermont declares itself an independent republic.
  
• 1787: Montpelier is established by Colonel Jacob Davis and General Parley Davis.
  
• 1790: Vermont settles its land disputes with New York and New Hampshire.
  
• 1791: The U.S. Congress admits Vermont as the 14th state.
  
• 1805: The state capital is moved to Montpelier from Windsor.
  
• 1881 – Chester A. Arthur becomes the 21st President of the United States.
  
• 1923 – Calvin Coolidge becomes the 30th President of the United States.

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