Burlington, VT – Unseasonably cold air blanketed Vermont Monday, with high temperatures failing to climb out of the 40s across much of the state — flirting with record low maximums in cities like Montpelier and Saranac Lake.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, as of 3:30 p.m., highs peaked at just 45°F in Montpelier, 50°F in Burlington, and 51°F in St. Johnsbury. These values are near or below the daily records for May 19, based on long-term climate observations. Some locations, such as Lake Placid and Gabriels in neighboring New York, never rose above 40°F.
In Rutland and Springfield, slightly milder readings in the upper 40s to low 50s still marked a major departure from typical late May conditions, which usually top out in the upper 60s to low 70s. Outdoor events, sports practices, and gardening plans were shelved across the region as the chill lingered into the afternoon.
If you’re heading out tonight, layers are a must — and some rural areas could dip close to freezing by early Tuesday. Cold-sensitive plants may need covering.
No warming trend is expected until midweek, and the National Weather Service advises checking for updated temperature records as conditions continue to lag far behind seasonal norms.
