Burlington, Vermont – Snow is set to return by late Friday afternoon, with the highest impact expected along Interstate 89 and U.S. Route 7 during the evening commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, quiet weather will dominate through Thursday, with highs ranging from the upper 20s to near 40 degrees across northern Vermont and northern New York. Lows will dip into the single digits and teens at night. Snow chances increase sharply Friday afternoon and evening, with an 80 to 100 percent chance of precipitation during peak travel hours.
Roadways including I-89 from Burlington to Montpelier, U.S. Route 7 through Chittenden and Rutland counties, and I-87 in northeastern New York could become snow-covered as steady snowfall develops. While exact totals remain uncertain, several inches of accumulation are possible by early Saturday, especially in higher elevations of the Green Mountains.
Snow is expected to taper gradually through Saturday, with lingering snow showers into Sunday. Mountain areas could see additional light accumulation as colder air settles in.
Drivers planning travel Friday evening should allow extra time, reduce speed and monitor 511 road conditions in both Vermont and New York.
Five Day Forecast For Burlington, Vermont
Wednesday: Partly sunny. Highs 27 to 37. Lows 7 to 17.
Thursday: Mostly sunny. Highs 32 to 40. Lows 8 to 15 north, 15 to 25 south.
Friday: Snow developing in the afternoon and evening. Highs 30 to 37. Lows 16 to 26.
Saturday: Snow showers likely, highest in the mountains. Highs 26 to 36. Lows 7 to 17.
Sunday: Chance of snow showers. Highs 29 to 35. Lows 11 to 19.
