There is a saying among Vermonters that they only have two seasons there:  winter and July.  And while there may be some evidence supporting this old adage, the truth is that Vermont is a beautiful during any season.  The city of Montpelier, the state capitol,  is centrally located in Vermont and is a great place to visit at any time of year.   During the warm spring and summer months visitors can explore the city's vibrant downtown on foot, take advantage of the area's many bike trails, or go hiking in the nearby Green Mountains.  In the winter, Montpelier makes a great base from which to travel to nearby ski areas, especially for budget-conscious travelers who don't want to fork out the cash required to stay at resort lodgings during peak season.  And the fall is perhaps one of the most popular times to visit Vermont, with its warm days and cool nights and the beauty of its world-famous autumn foligage.  For up-to-the-minute Montpelier weather visit Weather Central .