Burlington, Vermont – A sharp return of subzero Arctic cold is expected to take hold across Vermont and New Hampshire during the first full week of February, bringing renewed cold stress, icy mornings, and reduced chances for widespread snowstorms.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, temperatures across Northern New England are favored to run well below normal from Friday through the following Thursday as Arctic high pressure presses south and east. At the same time, precipitation probabilities lean below average, suggesting fewer large-scale snow events despite the colder air.
In Vermont, the coldest conditions are expected in the Northeast Kingdom and Green Mountains, where overnight lows could drop below zero on multiple nights. Burlington and the Champlain Valley will be slightly moderated by Lake Champlain but still face teens or single-digit highs during the coldest stretches. In New Hampshire, interior valleys and the North Country will see the most persistent cold, while Manchester and the southern tier experience bitter mornings with limited daytime recovery.
The pattern favors dry Arctic air over much of the East Coast, limiting moisture availability. While snow chances are lower overall, quick-hitting clippers or coastal systems passing offshore could still bring light snow or brief bursts of accumulation.
Residents should prepare for extended cold by checking heating systems, protecting pipes, and limiting prolonged outdoor exposure. Forecast confidence and snow potential will be reassessed as the pattern evolves through early February, with additional advisories possible.
