Burlington, Vermont – Vermont faces a growing risk of another winter storm this weekend, as national forecasters outline the potential for moderate winter storm impacts across the Northeast, according to the NOAA Weather Prediction Center.
The outlook covers the period from 7 p.m. Friday through 7 p.m. Monday, during which a developing storm system could bring accumulating snow and hazardous travel, particularly across the Interstate 89 corridor, including the Burlington and Montpelier areas.
As of Monday evening, Vermont is included in a 20% probability zone for at least moderate winter storm impacts. Officials caution that this probability reflects potential, not certainty, and that forecast confidence will improve later this week.
What forecasters know:
- Very cold temperatures will remain firmly in place across New England, ensuring snow as the dominant precipitation type.
- A high-altitude disturbance is expected to move out of Canada on Thursday and strengthen as it tracks eastward by Saturday.
- This disturbance may help generate a surface low-pressure system, which could spread widespread precipitation across the Northeast.
- If the system tracks favorably, snowfall impacts could extend across much of Vermont, including higher terrain.
What remains uncertain:
- The exact storm track, which will determine snowfall placement
- The strength and speed of the surface low
- Whether the heaviest snow favors western New England, central Vermont, or shifts east
Because Vermont remains continuously cold, even modest snowfall could lead to slick roads, reduced visibility, and difficult travel, especially along I-89, Route 2, and Route 7.
Residents are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts daily, particularly those planning weekend travel or outdoor activities. Additional forecast updates are expected as confidence increases closer to Friday.
