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Vermont Weather Tonight: Temperatures Plunge Into the 20s Oct 31
BURLINGTON, VT – Halloween celebrations across Vermont will come with a sharp evening chill Saturday, Oct. 31, as temperatures fall through the 30s and some communities approach the 20s overnight. Fam
By Mason Reid · 2026-10-31T10:54:40.309Z
BURLINGTON, VT – Halloween celebrations across Vermont will come with a sharp evening chill Saturday, Oct. 31, as temperatures fall through the 30s and some communities approach the 20s overnight. Families heading outdoors for trick or treating should prepare for rapidly cooling conditions after sunset.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, dry weather and light winds are expected throughout Halloween, but temperatures will steadily decline during the evening and overnight hours.
Temperatures Drop Quickly After Sunset Afternoon temperatures across Vermont are forecast to reach the 40s, with some southern communities approaching 50 degrees.
Burlington in Chittenden County is expected to reach approximately 47 degrees before temperatures fall to around 42 degrees at 6 p.m. and 36 degrees by 9 p.m.
Montpelier in Washington County faces similar conditions, with temperatures dropping from approximately 40 degrees at 6 p.m. to 31 degrees by 9 p.m.
Rutland could fall to around 32 degrees by 9 p.m., while Stowe is forecast to reach approximately 32 degrees during the same period.
Some Vermont Communities Could Reach the 20s Overnight The coldest conditions are expected late Saturday night into early Sunday.
By midnight, temperatures could fall to approximately 27 degrees in Montpelier and St. Johnsbury, 28 degrees in Rutland and Stowe, and 30 degrees in Middlebury.
Burlington is forecast to remain slightly warmer at approximately 33 degrees around midnight.
Despite the chilly conditions, the National Weather Service expects no significant rain or strong winds to disrupt Halloween activities.
Residents should consider warm jackets, gloves and additional layers beneath costumes, especially for children spending extended periods outdoors.
With temperatures falling below freezing in several communities, residents should also prepare for a cold overnight period.