Burlington, Vermont – A sweltering Saturday with highs near 88°F will give way to a soaking Sunday across northern Vermont, with showers likely by late morning and into the afternoon. Rain could cause localized travel delays, especially on Route 7 and I-89 during peak weekend travel hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, rain chances rise to 70% by midday Sunday, with possible thunder and brief downpours between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. South winds up to 10 mph may shift north as the front passes, helping temperatures drop into the low 50s by Sunday night.
Burlington, Montpelier, and St. Albans will see the brunt of the rain Sunday, while more southern towns like Middlebury and Barre may dodge heavier cells. Though no flooding is expected, drivers are urged to slow down during heavier showers and allow extra time for Sunday plans.
Monday brings a return to sunny skies and cooler highs near 73°F, with stable weather continuing into midweek. Another round of scattered showers may develop Tuesday into Wednesday, with updates expected as models evolve.
Showers could linger into early Wednesday, but most of the week looks dry after Sunday’s rain.
Five Day Forecast for Burlington, Vermont:
- Saturday: Sunny, high of 88°F. Light south wind.
- Sunday: Showers likely (70%), high near 81°F. Turning cooler overnight.
- Monday: Sunny and dry, high near 73°F.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, 30% chance of afternoon showers, high of 75°F.
- Wednesday: Scattered showers possible early, then clearing, high of 71°F.
