Vermont greets the morning with a sharp bite in the air as temperatures sit at 21 degrees in Burlington. The sky looks calm over Lake Champlain, but the cold cuts through gloves fast. Side streets remain dry for now, yet shaded patches hold onto a thin glaze.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, highs reach only 27 degrees today with a slight chance of snow showers before and after midday. Northwest winds between 11 and 20 mph will push wind chills into the single digits at times. Even light flakes can coat untreated pavement quickly in late February.
Drivers along I-89 and Route 7 should watch for slick spots, especially on bridges. Any melting during brighter breaks could refreeze after sunset. This is prime flash-freeze season across northern Vermont. Slow down and leave extra space at intersections.
Tuesday turns partly sunny but colder, with a high near 20 and wind chills dipping below zero early. Clouds increase Tuesday night, and snow becomes likely by Wednesday morning. Wednesday carries an 80 percent chance of snow with highs near 34 degrees. Snow may linger into Wednesday night before tapering.
By Thursday, partial sunshine returns with highs in the lower 30s. A chance of snow showers reappears Thursday night. Looking ahead into the 6- to 10-day outlook, temperatures trend above normal. A gradual warming pattern could nudge highs into the upper 30s and 40s by next weekend, offering a hint of early spring warmth.
Five Day Outlook for Burlington, Vermont:
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high 20.
Wednesday: Snow likely, high 34.
Thursday: Partly sunny, high 33.
Friday: Partly sunny, high 38.
Saturday: Partly sunny, high 43.
