New Hampshire in November

Fall foliage season runs from late September through mid-October, peaking around Columbus Day weekend. This is when New Hampshire shows off, but it's also when hotel prices triple and traffic crawls. Book accommodations months ahead if you're coming for the leaves. Summer brings perfect hiking weather and busy lake seasons. July and August see temperatures in the 70s-80s, ideal for camping and swimming. But black flies can be brutal in June — bring bug spray. Winter transforms the state into a snow sports paradise. Cannon Mountain and Loon Mountain offer solid skiing without Vermont's price tags. February brings the coldest temperatures but also the most reliable snow. Spring arrives late and muddy — locals call it 'mud season' for good reason. Many mountain roads stay closed until May. The sweet spot? Early June or late September. You'll dodge the crowds, enjoy pleasant weather, and still catch some natural beauty. Weekdays always beat weekends for smaller crowds and better prices.