Vermont – Light snowflakes drift through low clouds this morning as cold air settles over Lake Champlain, leaving sidewalks damp, visibility reduced, and winter firmly back in control. The air feels crisp, and untreated roads can turn slick quickly with temperatures hovering near freezing.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, hazardous weather is not expected today, but a developing pattern points toward a wintry mix later in the weekend. Early conditions feature light snow and fog, with temperatures near 31 degrees and limited visibility at times around Burlington International Airport.
Conditions improve briefly as clouds thin and temperatures edge upward later today. That pause will be short-lived. Rain arrives Friday with breezy south winds, pushing highs into the mid-40s. Wet pavement becomes widespread, especially along Route 7 and I-89, setting the stage for later freezing concerns.
By Saturday afternoon, colder air begins to press back in. Precipitation may start as rain, then mix with snow or sleet toward evening. Latest guidance shows a higher chance for rain and snow Saturday night into Sunday morning, when temperatures slide back toward the low 30s.
This transition raises the risk of slushy accumulation and flash freezing. Melted snow and standing water could refreeze quickly after sunset, especially on bridges, hills, and shaded roads. Drivers should plan extra time Sunday morning and be alert for changing road conditions.
Cold air lingers into early next week, keeping winter travel issues in play even after precipitation tapers. Additional advisories could be issued as timing becomes clearer.
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Five-Day Outlook for Burlington, VT
• Today: Cloudy early, then brighter. High near 36.
• Friday: Rain and breezy. High near 44.
• Saturday: Chance of snow or sleet late. High near 37.
• Sunday: Rain and snow mix. High near 38.
• Monday: Partly sunny, colder. High near 29.
