Burlington, Vt. – Residents across the Adirondacks and Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom could wake up to frost on windshields Tuesday morning as temperatures fall into the low 30s overnight. The National Weather Service says the chill is right on schedule, with the first freezes in Saranac Lake and Lake Placid typically arriving this week.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, average first 32-degree readings occur on September 8 in Saranac Lake and September 12 in Lake Placid. Tonight’s dip into the low 30s could put both communities close to those historic benchmarks.
The Adirondack High Peaks and Northeast Kingdom back roads are most at risk for patchy frost, particularly in sheltered valleys. Gardeners and farmers are urged to cover late-season crops, while homeowners should disconnect hoses to prevent damage. Drivers may also want to allow extra time for morning frost removal.
Burlington, Montpelier, and Rutland are expected to stay above freezing, though residents there may still feel the first true chill of the season with overnight lows in the 40s.
The National Weather Service says additional frost advisories are possible later this week if clear skies and calm winds persist.
