Burlington, VT – A winter storm moving into Vermont early Tuesday is expected to bring heavy snow and hazardous travel across central and southern portions of the state, with impacts likely from the morning commute through late evening.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, a Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 7 a.m. Tuesday to 1 a.m. Wednesday for areas including Rutland, Springfield, Randolph, White River Junction, Bristol, and Ludlow. Total snowfall accumulations between 5 and 9 inches are forecast.
Forecasters say bands of heavy snow may produce snowfall rates exceeding 1 inch per hour, particularly during the late morning and afternoon. This will likely reduce visibility and create slick, snow-covered roads across key travel corridors in central and southern Vermont.
According to the NWS, travel is expected to become very difficult, especially during the morning and evening commutes. Drivers are urged to slow down, allow extra travel time, and be prepared for sudden deterioration in road conditions.
The storm is expected to continue through Tuesday evening before tapering off shortly after midnight. Officials advise carrying an emergency kit—water, food, and a flashlight—if travel is unavoidable. Vermont’s road condition updates can be found at NewEngland511.org.
Residents across Orange, Rutland, Addison, and Windsor counties should monitor updated forecasts and prepare for delays and hazardous travel throughout the day.
