Burlington, Vermont – Vermont’s brief taste of milder air is fading, and temperatures are set to settle back to late-February norms heading into the Feb. 21–27 window, bringing renewed opportunities for snow across higher terrain.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, Vermont falls in a near-normal temperature zone for the 8- to 14-day period, meaning daytime highs and overnight lows should align closely with seasonal averages statewide. That shift brings colder nights back to the Champlain Valley and steadier winter conditions in the Green Mountains.
Precipitation odds lean above normal, with a 33% to 40% probability of wetter-than-average conditions. In Vermont, that typically favors periodic snow events, especially in elevated areas such as Stowe, Killington and Jay Peak. Lower elevations, including Burlington and Rutland, could see a mix at times if marginal temperatures hover near freezing.
Drivers should stay alert for slick spots during the morning commute, particularly on secondary roads and mountain passes where untreated surfaces can refreeze overnight. Now is the time to check snow tires, replenish emergency kits and monitor local advisories.
The pattern supports occasional systems moving through rather than prolonged dry stretches. Additional updates from the National Weather Service may fine-tune timing and snow potential as late February approaches.
