Vermont – Rain streaks across windshields and slushy bursts mix in over higher terrain this morning, creating messy travel across Burlington and the Champlain Valley. Roads along I-89 are wet and reflective, with brief drops in visibility as heavier rain bands move through.
According to the National Weather Service, precipitation remains steady through midday with a 100% chance of rain, mixing with wet snow at times as temperatures fall toward the upper 30s. While accumulation stays minimal, the mix signals colder air pushing into northern Vermont.
Drivers across Chittenden, Franklin, and Addison counties should expect slick conditions through the afternoon. Plan extra time and use caution on bridges and shaded roads where temperatures can drop faster. Gusty winds near 30 mph may add to the challenge, especially along open stretches near Lake Champlain.
Conditions improve later today as precipitation tapers, but the bigger concern builds into Monday night. Temperatures fall sharply into the low 20s, setting up a classic flash-freeze scenario. Any leftover moisture could quickly turn to black ice by early Tuesday, especially on untreated roads and elevated surfaces.
Monday stays chilly with highs near 38°F under partial sun, reinforcing the colder trend. By Tuesday, sunshine returns with highs near 46°F, helping melt early ice and improve travel conditions.
A gradual warm-up follows midweek, with highs reaching the low 50s by Wednesday under mostly cloudy skies. By late week, temperatures push closer to 60°F, signaling a more stable spring pattern ahead.
Five Day Forecast for Burlington, VT
Monday: Partly sunny, High 38°F
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, High 46°F (morning ice risk)
Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, High 52°F
Thursday: Partly sunny, High 58°F
Friday: Partly sunny, High 57°F
