Wear heavy coats, hats and mittens. You'll stay warmer if you dress in layers. Fashion often gives way to practicality during our northern winters, when you'll see an abundance of heavy hiking or hunting-type boots on feet of all ages. They aren't dainty, but they keep feet toasty. If you find yourself in need of north country boots, stop in any shoe shop, outfitter or department store for a good selection.
Spring can be our most unpredictable season.
March temperatures fluctuate between 20 and 40 degrees while April and May temps rise to an average of 40 to 65 degrees. It's not unusual to be socked with a spring snowstorm in late March or early April, and local ski resorts are often active well into March. On the other hand, golfers could be heading to the courses and the crocuses could be popping through the ground in a display of early season optimism. Spring's true arrival is purely at the whim of Mother Nature and it varies by the year. Environmentally, economically and socially we are blessed to live among the riches of our region.