Woodstock City
Town in New York associated with 1969 music festival
At a GlanceKey facts, why go and what's on now
Woodstock at a Glance#
Costs: $100-180 per day - expect moderate costs for lodging, meals, and galleries; cheaper off-season.
Safety: Generally safe with low crime - small-town safety; be alert for petty theft in busy tourist spots.
Best Time: Late spring through early fall (May-Oct) - best for festivals, hiking, and pleasant weather; winter is cold and quiet.
Why Visit Woodstock?#
An enduring arts colony with a music legacy that extends far beyond its size, the town draws painters, musicians and wellness seekers alike. Byrdcliffe and the galleries along Tinker Street anchor a lively creative scene, and references to the Woodstock Festival give the place a storied musical identity. Expect farm-to-table cafes, craft studios and regular live music that make the creative energy both accessible and infectious.
When to GoSeasons, weather and festivals
Best Time to Visit Woodstock#
Late spring through early fall is the best time to visit Woodstock for pleasant weather and outdoor events. Winters are cold and snowy, so plan indoor activities then or avoid that season.
December - February
-10°C to 5°C (14°F to 41°F)
Winters are bitter and snowy with frequent freezes; downtown is quiet, roads can be slick, and outdoor sightseeing feels slow unless you like winter solitude.
March - May; September - November
0°C to 22°C (32°F to 72°F)
Spring and fall offer crisp air, blooming parks, and colorful foliage; perfect for B&B stays, walks around the square, and fewer tourists.
June - August
15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F)
Summers are warm and occasionally humid but ideal for farmers’ markets, outdoor concerts, and lake day trips; bring insect repellent for evenings.
Woodstock's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -12°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (927 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -12° - -3° | -14° | 39 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| February | Poor | -9° - 0° | -10° | 32 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 4.7 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.4h |
| March | Poor | -4° - 7° | -3° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Acceptable | 2° - 14° | 5° | 93 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 5.0 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.2h |
| May | Good | 8° - 21° | 15° | 91 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.4 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.4h |
| June | Very Good | 13° - 27° | 20° | 107 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.7 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.1h |
| July | Excellent | 16° - 29° | 22° | 105 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.3 m/s | 1.9 very high | 14.8h |
| August | Excellent | 15° - 27° | 21° | 107 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.1 m/s | 1.6 very high | 13.7h |
| September | Excellent | 10° - 23° | 17° | 100 mm | some cloud | 76% | 3.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.3h |
| October | Good | 4° - 17° | 10° | 66 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.1 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.9h |
| November | Poor | -2° - 8° | -1° | 69 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
| December | Poor | -8° - 0° | -10° | 53 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |
Getting There & AroundAirports, trains and local transport
Eat & DrinkStreet food, restaurants, bars and nightlife
Where to Eat in Woodstock#
Breakdown of cuisine types found across Woodstock’s restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.