Burlington, VT – Vermont residents will feel a sharper fall chill midweek as cooler air and brisk winds move across the Champlain Valley. After a mild Columbus Day start, temperatures are expected to dip significantly by Wednesday, bringing potential frost concerns for gardeners and early risers.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, Tuesday will stay mostly sunny with highs near 60°F before a colder air mass settles in Wednesday. North winds could gust up to 24 mph, dropping “feels-like” temperatures into the 40s. Homeowners should secure outdoor plants and prepare for chilly mornings through Thursday.
Wednesday’s forecast calls for partly cloudy skies and a high near 53°F, followed by lows in the upper 30s. By Thursday, sunshine returns but breezy conditions persist, with gusts reaching 28 mph. Friday morning could be the coldest of the week, dipping into the upper 30s before rebounding into the mid-50s by afternoon.
The weekend looks pleasant for outdoor plans or pumpkin patch visits, with mostly sunny skies and highs near 60°F Saturday. Sunday may bring a 40% chance of light showers, signaling a shift toward more unsettled fall weather.
5-Day Outlook (Burlington, VT):
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, 60°F
- Wednesday: Partly cloudy, 53°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, 52°F
- Friday: Partly cloudy, 55°F
- Saturday: Sunny, 60°F
