Vermont greets the morning with wet pavement, low clouds, and a steady chill riding in off Lake Champlain. The air feels heavy now, but sharper cold waits just behind it. By later today, rain taps steadily on sidewalks before colder air flips the switch toward winter.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, a Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from this evening through Thursday evening for much of northern Vermont. Rain will change to snow as temperatures fall, with total snow accumulations between 3 and 7 inches expected. The heaviest snow is most likely in higher elevations, though valley locations will not be spared.
In Burlington, rain dominates early before turning to snow later today and tonight. As temperatures drop into the upper teens and lower 20s, wet roads may freeze quickly. Slushy conditions are likely Thursday morning, especially on untreated side streets, bridges, and lakefront roadways. Gusty winds could further reduce visibility at times.
Drivers should plan extra time for the Thursday commute. Slow down, increase following distance, and watch for sudden slick spots. Flash freezing remains a key concern as melting snow refreezes during colder stretches. To be fair, conditions may improve briefly midday, but snow showers could linger into the afternoon.
Looking ahead, winter keeps its grip. Temperatures stay well below normal through Friday, with highs struggling into the lower 20s. Snow chances ease temporarily, but another round of light snow is possible this weekend. Longer-range outlooks suggest more active winter weather returning next week as cold air remains locked in across the Northeast.
Five Day Outlook for Burlington, Vermont
Thursday: Snow likely, high near 31, falling temperatures late.
Friday: Mostly cloudy and cold, high near 22.
Saturday: Partly sunny, chance of snow showers, high near 34.
Sunday: Mostly cloudy, chance of snow showers, high near 27.
Monday: Mostly cloudy, colder, high near 23.
