Burlington, Vermont – Spring 2026 looks poised to deliver a familiar New England transition across Vermont, with near normal precipitation and seasonal temperatures guiding the shift from snow to rain.
According to NOAA’s Seasonal Temperature and Precipitation Outlook released February 19, Vermont sits in an equal chances zone for both precipitation and temperature during March-April-May 2026. That means no strong tilt toward a wetter, drier, warmer or colder season, favoring a traditional spring pattern marked by variability.
In Burlington and St. Albans, March could still bring measurable snow, especially during overnight systems when temperatures hover near freezing. Accumulations may briefly impact stretches of I-89 before daytime melting sets in. As April progresses, precipitation trends more toward chilly rain, though quick bursts of wet snow remain possible during passing cold fronts.
Central Vermont, including Montpelier and Barre, may see a balanced mix of snowmelt-driven runoff and periodic rain events. River levels along the Winooski and Lamoille basins should follow typical spring rises tied to temperature swings rather than extreme flooding signals.
Farther south in Rutland and Brattleboro, rain becomes more dominant as the season advances, but cold snaps could still produce minor snow events in higher elevations of the Green Mountains.
Overall, Vermont appears set for a steady, gradual spring. Residents should expect fluctuating temperatures, a lingering snow threat early and increasing rain showers into May without a pronounced seasonal extreme.
