Burlington, Vermont – A warmer and wetter pattern is expected to settle across Vermont from August 5–9, bringing above-average temperatures along with recurring chances for showers and thunderstorms. The combination of higher humidity and periodic rainfall will create a more unsettled stretch of weather across the Green Mountain State.
According to the Climate Prediction Center’s 6–10 Day Outlook issued July 30, Vermont is favored to experience above-normal temperatures and above-normal precipitation throughout the outlook period. The pattern supports multiple opportunities for rain, although dry periods are still expected between passing weather systems.
Burlington and Montpelier are likely to see afternoon temperatures climb above seasonal averages, with scattered showers and thunderstorms developing at times. Communities including Rutland, St. Albans, Middlebury, Brattleboro, and St. Johnsbury could also experience locally heavy downpours, frequent lightning, and brief gusty winds, particularly during the afternoon and evening hours.
The increased rainfall may provide welcome moisture for agriculture and gardens, but isolated heavy showers could also lead to brief ponding on roads, slower travel, and reduced visibility. Residents planning hiking trips in the Green Mountains, camping, or outdoor festivals should remain prepared for rapidly changing weather conditions and seek shelter if thunderstorms develop.
The overall pattern favors above-average warmth continuing through August 9, with periodic rounds of showers and thunderstorms expected across much of Vermont. Additional outlooks from the National Weather Service will provide greater detail on the timing and coverage of individual rain events as the period approaches.
