Vermont wakes to a sharp, biting chill as pale light reflects off icy sidewalks and frozen lake edges along Champlain. The air feels crisp and dry, but snow showers are already lining up for later today.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, a slight chance of snow showers develops between 1 p.m. and 2 p.m., with highs near 35 degrees. Southwest winds increase to 11 mph, and clouds thicken through afternoon. Roads stay mainly wet, but brief bursts of snow could reduce visibility.
Clouds deepen tonight, and gusts could reach 38 mph. That breeze sets the stage for a more active Saturday. Highs climb to 43 degrees, but winds strengthen, gusting up to 37 mph. Blowing snow is not widespread, yet drivers on I-89 and Route 7 should stay alert for quick changes.
Snow showers become more likely after 4 a.m. Sunday. A 30% chance continues into midday Sunday, with highs falling to around 20 degrees. Even light accumulation could create slick patches, especially where melting occurs Saturday afternoon.
Colder air tightens its grip Sunday night. Lows plunge near 3 degrees by early Monday. That sharp freeze raises flash-freeze concerns on untreated roads and bridges.
Monday stays mostly sunny but cold, with highs near 19. Tuesday rebounds to the low 30s under partial sun. Early March then trends milder, with signs of above-normal temperatures building by midweek and lasting into next weekend.
Heading out later today or Sunday morning? Watch for icy spots and share what you’re seeing.
Five Day Outlook for Burlington, Vermont:
Today: Slight chance of snow showers, high 35.
Saturday: Mostly cloudy and breezy, high 43.
Sunday: Chance of snow showers, high 20.
Monday: Mostly sunny, high 19.
Tuesday: Partly sunny, high 33.
