BURLINGTON, VT – A stretch of warm October sunshine will give way to a damp and breezy pattern as Vermont transitions from a mild holiday weekend into a cooler, more typical fall setup by Tuesday morning. Light showers and falling temperatures could make early commutes slower across I-89 and local school routes as families return to regular schedules following Columbus Day.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, a weak cold front crossing the Champlain Valley late Monday will trigger scattered showers and push in drier, cooler air through Tuesday. Winds from the northwest may gust between 20 and 25 mph, adding a brisk feel despite daytime highs still near 61°F. Precipitation totals are expected to stay light, generally less than a quarter inch, but damp pavement and leaf-covered roads may create slick spots for morning drivers.
By midweek, high pressure will rebuild from the Great Lakes, bringing several days of mostly sunny skies and crisp fall afternoons — ideal for pumpkin patches, hiking, and leaf-viewing along Route 7 and in the Green Mountains. However, cooler nighttime temperatures near the upper 30s could produce patchy valley frost by Thursday morning. Residents are encouraged to bring in sensitive plants and ensure outdoor faucets are shut off for the season.
The end of the week looks comfortably cool with highs in the low 50s and a steady, breezy pattern signaling that Vermont’s deeper fall chill isn’t far behind.
Five-Day Forecast for Burlington, VT:
Sun: 66/47 – Mostly sunny; mild and pleasant.
Mon: 56/48 – Cloudy with scattered showers; breezy.
Tue: 61/44 – Decreasing clouds; cooler, brisk northwest winds.
Wed: 53/38 – Mostly cloudy; fall chill settling in.
Thu: 52/37 – Partly sunny; patchy frost possible early.
