Burlington, Vermont – Thunderstorms and sticky summer heat are on the move in Vermont, starting with a muggy Monday across Chittenden County and beyond. Drivers on I-89 and neighborhoods around Burlington should be alert for showers and possible afternoon storms as temperatures climb into the low 70s by July 21.
According to the National Weather Service, Burlington will stay mostly sunny through Monday afternoon, with a high near 71°F and northwest winds up to 15 mph. However, isolated storms are possible Sunday night, and a wetter, hotter pattern takes over midweek. A surge in heat and humidity will arrive by Thursday, when highs are expected to spike near 92°F.
By Tuesday, temperatures rebound into the upper 70s with sunny skies and lighter winds. Wednesday brings more of the same — highs in the mid-80s and mostly clear conditions. But the summer heat builds quickly, and a 30% chance of showers returns Thursday after 2 p.m., ushering in unsettled, hot weather through the weekend.
Travelers and outdoor workers should hydrate, avoid peak heat hours midweek, and monitor updates for pop-up storms — especially Thursday and Friday afternoons.
Looking Ahead:
- Monday, July 21: Mostly sunny, 71°F, breezy
- Tuesday: Sunny, 77°F, light wind
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, 84°F
- Thursday: 92°F, 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m.
- Friday: 85°F, 50% chance of storms in the afternoon
More weather alerts could be issued as the weekend nears. Stay weather-aware and plan accordingly.
