Vermont – The quiet morning air feels sharp and brittle as temperatures hover near 11°F in Burlington, signaling that early December winter has truly arrived. Clouds are building again, setting the stage for light snow later this weekend across the Champlain Valley and Green Mountains.
The National Weather Service calls for a 30% chance of snow Sunday afternoon, increasing to 60% Sunday night as a weak system brushes northern Vermont. 1 to 2 inches of accumulation are possible by early Monday, enough to make local roadways slick—especially I-89 and Route 2 during the evening drive. Wind chills may dip below zero at times, bringing that biting December feel back across the region.
Monday turns cold but bright, with highs near 17°F and light north winds under mostly sunny skies. Another round of light snow is possible Tuesday and Wednesday, when a stronger front moves through, potentially mixing with rain along the lake. Highs will stay in the 20s and 30s, typical for Vermont’s early winter transition.
Residents should prepare for icy conditions Sunday night into Monday morning, with limited visibility in flurries. Keep a small shovel and winter gear in your vehicle, and allow extra braking time on bridges and secondary roads.
Long-range models hint at a colder, snowier stretch Dec. 11–17, with Lake Effect snow likely persisting across the Great Lakes and northern New England—something travelers should watch as holiday plans ramp up.
