Vermont – Cold air stings the face this morning as Lake Champlain steams faintly under the chill. Sidewalks crunch, engines groan, and the cold settles in with purpose across northern Vermont.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, a Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect through late morning. Wind chills have plunged as low as 15 to 30 degrees below zero across parts of northern and central Vermont, including the Champlain Valley. Exposed skin can freeze in under 30 minutes.
Temperatures in Burlington hover near zero, with northwest winds pushing wind chills even lower. Daytime highs struggle to climb out of the single digits and teens through the weekend. Any brief sunshine does little to warm roads or sidewalks.
Travel remains a concern, especially on I-89, Route 7, and local roads near the lake. Pavement may look dry, but flash freezing develops quickly after slight daytime melting. Bridges and untreated surfaces turn slick first. Slow down and leave extra distance.
Cold air locked over the Great Lakes, now nearly 50 percent frozen, continues feeding Arctic air into the Northeast. That setup supports persistent cold into early next week. Meteorologists are tracking a modest warm-up by midweek, though temperatures remain below seasonal norms. Light snow chances appear limited for now, but even small amounts can create hazards in extreme cold.
Residents should dress in layers, cover exposed skin, and keep pets indoors. Check pipes and heating systems. Conditions improve slowly into Tuesday, but winter keeps its grip.
Five-Day Outlook for Burlington, VT
Friday: Partly sunny, bitter cold, high near 7
Saturday: Partly sunny, cold, high near 12
Sunday: Partly sunny, high near 12
Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 22
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high near 25
