BURLINGTON, Vt. – After a brisk midweek chill, Vermont is heading toward one of its most classic fall weekends — crisp, calm, and full of sunshine. A stretch of dry air will dominate by Friday, setting up perfect conditions for leaf-viewing drives and pumpkin patch outings across Chittenden County and the Green Mountains.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, Wednesday’s clouds and gusty north winds will fade by Thursday afternoon, allowing milder air to return. Temperatures will rebound from the low 50s Thursday to near 60 degrees by Saturday, with light southerly breezes along I-89 making for smooth travel conditions.
Friday through Sunday will feature abundant sunshine and chilly mornings in the 30s. While no frost or freeze alerts are currently posted, rural valleys may dip close to freezing early Friday. Homeowners should protect tender plants and disconnect outdoor hoses just in case.
Drivers can expect clear skies for fall foliage trips, particularly across the Champlain Valley and U.S. Route 7 corridor. Air quality and visibility will remain excellent through the weekend, offering ideal photo conditions for peak-color foliage.
Rain chances edge back into the picture late Sunday into Monday as a weak front moves in from the Great Lakes, bringing cooler, breezy weather for early next week.
Five-Day Forecast for Burlington, VT:
Wed: 53/36 – Mostly cloudy, breezy; gusts up to 25 mph.
Thu: 51/34 – Mostly sunny, cool breeze from the north.
Fri: 55/36 – Sunny and calm; near-perfect fall conditions.
Sat: 61/45 – Mostly sunny; ideal for leaf-peeping.
Sun: 68/51 – Partly sunny; showers likely late day (60% chance).
