Burlington, Vermont – Spring rain and gusty winds are set to sweep through Vermont starting late Monday.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, showers will move in Monday night with an 80% chance of rain and south winds reaching up to 17 mph. By Tuesday, expect mostly sunny skies and a mild high of 61°F, though another round of cloud cover is expected to return by Tuesday night.
Wednesday remains the calmest day of the week—sunny and dry with a high near 57°F—but don’t get too comfortable. Thursday brings a warm-up to 65°F under clear skies, followed by a potential second round of showers Friday night. Winds are forecast to strengthen again Friday afternoon, with gusts up to 18 mph.
Motorists traveling on I-89 and throughout Chittenden County should remain alert for changing conditions, particularly during wet evening commutes. Local residents should secure loose outdoor items ahead of Friday’s wind increase and ensure sump pumps are working, especially in low-lying areas vulnerable to runoff.
5-Day Spring Forecast for Burlington:
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 61°F. South wind up to 15 mph.
- Wednesday: Sunny and dry, high 57°F.
- Thursday: Warm and sunny, high 65°F.
- Friday: Partly sunny, breezy, high near 70°F.
- Saturday: Rain likely, high near 65°F. Showers continue into the evening.
