Vermont – Cold air creeping in behind steady rain will turn roads slick fast, and drivers around Burlington could face icy patches by early Wednesday, especially on bridges and untreated surfaces. Wet pavement today won’t stay just wet for long.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, a prolonged stretch of rain begins late today and intensifies Tuesday, with a transition to freezing rain possible late Tuesday into Wednesday. Even a light glaze of ice could form on elevated surfaces as temperatures dip near 34°F.
Conditions stay relatively quiet early, with some sun and highs near 61°F. Winds pick up through the Champlain Valley, adding a brisk feel. Rain develops later and becomes widespread by Tuesday, when temperatures fall sharply into the low 40s. Expect steady rain through the day, with wet roads along I-89 and Route 7.
By late Tuesday into early Wednesday, colder air filters in. That’s when problems begin. Rain may briefly freeze on contact, especially in northern valleys and higher elevations. Side streets, sidewalks, and overpasses could turn slick within minutes.
By Wednesday, temperatures hover near 40°F with periods of rain continuing. Ground saturation builds, and minor flooding concerns increase later in the week as additional rain and even wet snow mix in by Thursday.
Drivers should slow down and watch for black ice during early commutes. Keep traction in mind on shaded roads. Charge devices and check local alerts before heading out.
This unsettled spring pattern stretches into the first week of April, with more advisories possible as temperatures swing.
Five Day Forecast for Burlington, Vermont:
Monday: Partly sunny, breezy, high 61°F
Tuesday: Showers, high 41°F
Wednesday: Rain likely, high 40°F
Thursday: Rain and snow likely, high 40°F
Friday: Rain likely, high 55°F
