Vermont – Wind snaps loose branches along the Lake Champlain shoreline this morning as bitter air cuts across open ground. Flags strain, doors slam, and the cold feels sharper with every gust. This is a morning to secure loose items and plan travel carefully, especially on exposed roadways.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, gusty winds increase through today and into Sunday morning. Channeling up the Champlain Valley pushes gusts between 25 and 35 mph, with isolated gusts near 45 mph possible. Temperatures hold near freezing, so wind chills dip into the teens. Drivers should expect sudden crosswinds on Route 7 and the Lake Champlain bridges.
Clouds thicken later today, and a light rain or snow mix may brush the area late. Little accumulation is expected for now, but visibility may briefly drop. Sunday brings a quieter look with highs near the low 30s and a small chance for snow showers. Sunday night turns sharply colder, with lows near the mid-teens.
Attention shifts to early this week. Monday stays dry but cold, topping out in the mid-20s. By Monday night, snow chances increase again as clouds thicken. Tuesday carries the strongest signal so far, with snow likely and precipitation chances near 80 percent. Light to moderate snow could impact commutes, sidewalks, and untreated roads.
This pattern raises flash-freeze concerns. Snow or meltwater during daylight can refreeze quickly after sunset, especially in shaded areas. Residents should salt walkways early and allow extra braking distance.
Looking toward Christmas travel, Vermont enters a true winter stretch. Wind, snow, and cold combine to challenge timing and traction. More advisories may follow as systems line up. Traveling soon? What are conditions like where you are right now?
Five Day Outlook – Burlington, Vermont
- Today: Increasing clouds, windy. High near 32.
- Sunday: Partly sunny, breezy. High near 33.
- Monday: Partly sunny and colder. High near 26.
- Tuesday: Snow likely. High near 34.
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, colder. High near 29.
