Vermont – A cold, pale light settles over Lake Champlain this Saturday morning as thin ice crystals sparkle across parked windshields. The air feels brisk but calm, and the region steps into a busy stretch as Thanksgiving travel accelerates across I-89 and Route 7. Drivers heading out early should prep for quick changes, as moisture increases later today and colder layers return Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service Burlington office, clouds thicken gradually through midday with temperatures climbing into the upper 30s. Calm winds keep conditions steady for now, though a weak disturbance brings a small chance for mixed showers late tonight. Travelers should pack warm gear, check tire pressure, and allow extra space on shaded roads where pavement cools fastest.
According to meteorologists, the early Winter Tease strengthens Friday as a more organized system crosses northern New York and Vermont. A rain-snow mix may occur before a shift to mainly rain during the warmer afternoon push. Little accumulation is expected, yet even light flakes could create slick spots on bridges and higher terrain east of the Green Mountains. Families beginning Thanksgiving trips should watch for reduced speeds through the mountain passes, especially during the morning transition.
According to transportation officials, travel volume increases from Sunday into Tuesday. Saturday offers the best window for leaf cleanup, errands, and early decorating, though clouds stay persistent. Sunday stays mainly dry, but colder pockets linger in the valleys. Models hint at a secondary cool-down Monday night that could set the stage for additional light showers Tuesday, with the coldest readings arriving closer to Thanksgiving.
After all, Vermont sits squarely in its November shift—crisp mornings, increasing cloud cover, and subtle signals of deeper winter ahead. Residents should stay alert to changing roads and prepare for a busy holiday week.
Five-Day Forecast for Burlington, VT:
Sat: 38/27 – Mostly cloudy; cool and calm.
Sun: 41/30 – Mostly cloudy; dry travel window.
Mon: 44/33 – Showers late; breezy.
Tue: 41/30 – Scattered showers; colder trend.
Wed: 39/26 – Chilly and dry; good travel conditions.
