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Vermont Weather: Burlington Hits 65 Wednesday as Thanksgiving Rain or Snow Questions Grow
BURLINGTON, Vermont – Vermont is beginning November with a sharp temperature turnaround, as Burlington climbs from a chilly 47 degrees Saturday to the middle 60s by Wednesday. Rain chances return duri
By Cameron Hayes · 2026-10-31T08:24:45.112Z
BURLINGTON, Vermont – Vermont is beginning November with a sharp temperature turnaround, as Burlington climbs from a chilly 47 degrees Saturday to the middle 60s by Wednesday. Rain chances return during the workweek, while the longer range Thanksgiving holiday travel forecast remains uncertain.
The National Weather Service in Burlington forecasts several dry, increasingly mild days before showers become possible Tuesday night. Temperatures could reach 65 degrees Wednesday, nearly 20 degrees warmer than Saturday's forecast high.
Burlington Warms Nearly 20 Degrees Before Rain Chances Return Saturday, Oct. 31, brings mostly sunny skies and a high near 47 degrees in Burlington, followed by a mostly clear night with temperatures falling to around 30.
Sunday begins a warming trend, with sunshine and a high near 57 degrees. Overnight temperatures recover to around 41.
Monday continues the climb, reaching 61 degrees under partly sunny skies, followed by a low near 46.
Tuesday brings another mild afternoon, with temperatures near 62 degrees before a 30% chance of showers develops after 8 p.m.
By Wednesday, Burlington could reach 65 degrees under partly sunny skies. Southerly winds increase to 13 15 mph, with gusts reaching 28 mph.
Wednesday night remains breezy, with southerly winds of 16 18 mph and gusts up to 28 mph.
Thursday brings a 40% chance of showers and a high near 64 degrees. Rain chances remain at 40% Thursday night and Friday, when temperatures are expected to reach 59.
Vermont Thanksgiving Holiday Travel: Rain or Snow Nov. 14 27? The warming trend arrives as Vermont moves closer to the Thanksgiving travel season, when rain, snow and changing temperatures can become important considerations for motorists.
Thanksgiving falls Thursday, Nov. 26, placing the busiest holiday travel period beyond the National Weather Service's current seven day forecast.
The available Burlington forecast does not establish whether rain or snow will affect Vermont during Nov. 14 27.
While November brings increasing opportunities for colder weather and snowfall across Vermont, particularly in higher elevations, that seasonal pattern does not confirm a Thanksgiving snowstorm.
The current forecast also provides no snowfall totals, winter weather alerts or specific holiday travel impacts.
For Burlington, the immediate precipitation threat is rain, with temperatures remaining well above freezing during the forecast afternoons.
Burlington Five Day Weather Forecast Sunday, Nov. 1: Sunny, high near 57°F. Partly cloudy overnight, low around 41°F. Monday, Nov. 2: Partly sunny, high near 61°F. Mostly cloudy overnight, low around 46°F. Tuesday, Nov. 3: Partly sunny, high near 62°F. A 30% chance of showers after 8 p.m., low around 49°F. Wednesday, Nov. 4: Partly sunny, high near 65°F. Southerly wind gusts up to 28 mph. Mostly cloudy overnight, low around 51°F. Thursday, Nov. 5: Partly sunny, high near 64°F, with a 40% chance of showers. Mostly cloudy overnight, low around 49°F, with a 40% chance of showers. Vermont residents can expect a milder start to November, with Burlington approaching 65 degrees Wednesday before periodic rain chances return. Whether Thanksgiving travel brings rain, snow or dry conditions will require updated forecasts closer to the holiday.