Burlington, VT – Summer storms are charging toward Vermont, bringing a threat of flash flooding and heavy downpours from Friday into early Saturday.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, showers and embedded thunderstorms will likely begin Friday morning and continue through Saturday afternoon. The system could deliver 1 to 2 inches of rainfall within hours, increasing the risk for flash flooding across low-lying and urban areas — particularly along U.S. Route 7 and Route 2 near Burlington.
Localized river flooding is also possible, especially in the Winooski River Valley and spots downstream from the Green Mountains. Emergency managers urge residents to avoid travel on flood-prone roads and clear storm drains ahead of time. Thunderstorm winds may also pose a hazard Friday evening.
The stormy pattern marks a shift from Vermont’s dry stretch earlier this week. Thursday will be partly to mostly cloudy with highs in the mid-70s, but the humidity will rise ahead of the incoming system. Expect muggy conditions by Thursday night.
Spotter activation is not expected, but officials will continue monitoring for changes.
More rain is expected to linger into early next week. Additional watches may be issued as models evolve.
📆 FIVE-DAY FORECAST | Burlington, VT (June 25–30)
- Wednesday: Increasing clouds, high 86°F. Light NW wind.
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy, high 75°F. Calm morning, light SE wind by night.
- Friday: Rain and thunderstorms likely, high 76°F. Rainfall up to 2 inches.
- Saturday: More showers possible, high 80°F. Humid and breezy.
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high 80°F. Drier air returns.
- Monday: More rain likely, high 77°F. Thunderstorms possible by evening.
