Burlington, VT – Mist clings to the Green Mountains and damp leaves scatter across driveways as light rain moves into northern Vermont this Friday morning. The air feels heavy and cool — a sign that late October’s pattern shift is underway.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, showers are likely through midmorning and early afternoon, followed by clearing skies late in the day. Highs reach around 52°F, but a light northwest breeze and thick clouds will keep things feeling cooler. By evening, the rain fades as temperatures slide toward 39°F, leaving behind damp roads and low clouds hugging Lake Champlain.
Saturday brings a welcome change. Expect partly sunny skies and highs near 50°F, perfect for farmers’ markets, leaf cleanup, or a fall drive along Route 2. Winds stay light, and by nightfall, temperatures dip into the upper 30s — a calm, chilly setup that hints at possible patchy frost in higher valleys.
Sunday trends slightly cooler with a few light lake-effect showers possible, but sunshine dominates much of the afternoon. By Monday, high pressure builds back in, keeping skies mostly clear and crisp.
Winter watchers won’t find flakes yet, but models show early November cold shots forming to the north, suggesting the first chance of mountain snow may not be far off. For now, Vermonters can enjoy one last comfortable weekend before November’s chill tightens its grip.
After all, Halloween week often marks the region’s quiet but steady slide into winter mode. 🎃
