BURLINGTON, VT — A Frost Advisory and Fire Weather Alert are both in play across northern and central Vermont, signaling a chilly and potentially risky Thursday for the region. The National Weather Service in Burlington urges residents to protect sensitive plants and avoid outdoor burning, as dry air and cold temperatures combine to create challenging conditions.
Temperatures will plummet into the low to mid-30s late tonight, particularly across Addison, Chittenden, and Franklin Counties, where frost formation is likely. Gardeners should cover tender plants or bring them inside before dusk. Meanwhile, dry air and gusty northwest winds up to 25–30 mph could heighten fire weather concerns across western Vermont, where vegetation remains crisp and flammable.
Friday starts cold but bright, with patchy frost giving way to sunshine and highs around 56°F. The weekend brings a welcome rebound, with Saturday reaching 60°F and Sunday pushing near 70°F under mostly sunny skies — perfect for leaf-peeping drives along Route 7 or fall festivals across the Green Mountains.
By late Sunday, clouds increase as another front approaches, bringing rain chances near 70% into Monday. Early next week stays seasonable with highs in the 50s and occasional showers.
Vermont’s mid-October chill marks a turning point — from warm fall afternoons to frosty mornings that hint at winter’s approach.
Five-Day Forecast for Burlington, VT:
Thu: 52/35 – Mostly sunny; windy.
Fri: 55/35 – Patchy frost; bright skies.
Sat: 60/46 – Mostly sunny; mild.
Sun: 69/51 – Clouds increase; late showers.
Mon: 61/47 – Showers likely; breezy.
