Burlington, Vermont – Roads across Vermont could turn slick before sunrise Monday as pockets of freezing drizzle develop tonight, creating a thin glaze of ice during the morning commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, patchy freezing drizzle will form later this evening and continue into early Monday morning across much of Vermont and parts of the Adirondacks. Ice accumulation is expected to reach up to 0.05 inches, enough to create hazardous travel conditions on untreated roads, bridges, and overpasses.
Communities including Burlington, Montpelier, Rutland, and St. Johnsbury may see scattered icy spots rather than widespread icing, but even light accumulation can lead to sudden slips for drivers and pedestrians. Major routes such as I-89 and I-91 could see isolated slick stretches, especially before road crews treat surfaces.
While widespread power outages are not expected, the primary concern remains travel impacts during the early morning hours.
Drivers should reduce speeds, allow extra stopping distance, and use caution on elevated surfaces. Conditions are expected to improve later Monday morning as temperatures rise, but additional advisories may be issued if icing becomes more widespread.
