Burlington, VT – The Green Mountain State braces for its first true blast of early December winter as an arctic front pushes through Thursday, delivering 1 to 3 inches of snow and temperatures plunging into the single digits. Commuters across northern and central Vermont should expect slick, snow-covered roads, particularly along Route 58 and I-89, where lake-effect bands and gusty winds may create blowing snow.
The National Weather Service in Burlington warns that snow could be heavy at times Thursday morning, tapering by late afternoon but followed by a sharp drop in temperatures. By Friday morning, wind chills could fall as low as -10°F, creating potentially dangerous conditions for anyone without proper cold-weather gear.
Friday looks brighter but bitter, with highs near 22°F and lingering flurries in the mountain valleys. Saturday and Sunday bring partial clearing and gradual moderation, though highs will stay near or below freezing — a stark reminder that December’s Arctic grip is tightening across the North Country.
Drivers are urged to slow down on untreated roadways, watch for black ice, and give plow crews room to work. Those venturing out early Friday should dress in layers and limit exposure to the wind.
This winter pattern marks a clear seasonal shift — the kind that reminds Vermonters why snow tires and thermal gloves are essentials, not options.
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5-Day Outlook for Burlington, VT (Dec. 3–7):
- Thursday: Heavy snow, 1–3”, high 29°F, low 4°F.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 22°F, low 16°F.
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy, high 32°F, low 19°F.
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high 27°F, low 17°F.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 24°F, low 8°F.
