It seems that into each New York State Fair some rain must fall. But when it does, there’s no reason to stay home. There’s so much indoors to enjoy and with some foresight, a wet day can still be a great one on the Fairgrounds. 
OK, so you may not be able to ride your favorite midway contraption and some of the outdoor shows will be cancelled, but you’ll have the advantage of encountering fewer people crowding the grounds, shorter lines and less competition for many attractions.
Regular State Fair Hound readers know that the number one rainy-day tip offered here is waterproof shoes. Infrastructure improvements over the past few years have reduced flooding along walkways, but there’s no avoiding some puddles and soft spots on unpaved ground.
Add an umbrella or better yet a waterproof jacket or poncho, and you can cover a lot of ground without much problem.
Oddly enough, many of these same indoor-exhibit strategies can work to get you inside and cooled off on sunny, humid days. Most major buildings are air conditioned and there’s good airflow through the barns. Remember–Much of the Fair is indoors where it’s always dry.
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