Burlington, VT – An intense burst of early summer heat shattered records across northern Vermont and upstate New York on Monday, with Plattsburgh tying its all-time high of 101°F and Burlington soaring to a record-setting 99°F.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, the 99-degree reading in Burlington broke the previous record of 96°F set in 2020. Plattsburgh matched its highest recorded temperature of 101°F, a mark reached previously in 1955 and 1975. The same city also broke its daily high record of 95°F from 1983.
Heat also scorched Saint Johnsbury, Vermont, where temperatures reached 97°F — breaking the old record of 91°F set just five years ago. In Saranac Lake, New York, the thermometer hit 90°F, surpassing a 117-year-old mark set in 1907. Massena, New York, tied its previous high of 92°F from 1975.
Officials warn that prolonged heat exposure can be dangerous, especially for vulnerable populations. Residents are urged to stay hydrated, avoid strenuous activity during peak afternoon hours, and check on elderly neighbors. Cooling centers are open in several counties.
Heat advisories remain in place through Tuesday evening, with only slight relief expected midweek as temperatures drop back into the 80s.
