Vermont drivers are squinting through mist and light snow this morning as flakes drift across Burlington at 27 degrees. Fog clings to Lake Champlain, and wet pavement along I-89 and Route 7 could turn slick in bursts of heavier snow.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, snow showers will continue through the day with highs near 31 degrees. A slight chance of snow increases late this morning, with up to 1 inch of new accumulation possible before conditions ease. Visibility may briefly drop during steadier bands.
Temperatures fall quickly after sunset. Lows dip to around 18 degrees tonight, and another round of snow showers could add a coating to half an inch. That combination raises the risk of flash freezing on bridges and untreated roads. Slow down on exit ramps and shaded stretches.
Thursday stays colder, with highs only near 26 degrees before gradual clearing. Skies partially clear Thursday night, and temperatures plunge to around 7 degrees. The cold snap tightens its grip into early Friday.
Sunshine returns Friday with highs near 29 degrees. Valentine’s Weekend looks brighter but still brisk. Saturday reaches 29 under partly sunny skies, then drops to 7 degrees again Saturday night. Sunday moderates slightly, climbing to 31 with more clouds.
Looking ahead, early next week trends milder. Washington’s Birthday could reach the upper 30s, and long-range signals show above-average temperatures building across much of the country. A broader thaw may take shape by mid to late next week.
Five Day Outlook for Burlington, Vermont:
Today: Snow showers likely, high 31°F.
Tonight: Chance of snow showers, low 18°F.
Thursday: Gradual clearing, high 26°F.
Friday: Mostly sunny, high 29°F.
Saturday: Partly sunny, high 29°F.
