Burlington, Vermont – Vermont remains locked in a stubborn winter pattern as lingering cold keeps the threat of additional snowstorms alive through the middle of February, following one of the most expansive winter systems of the season.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, much of Vermont is expected to see below-normal temperatures during the Feb. 7–20 period, a setup that favors snow with any incoming storm system. Precipitation outlooks also point to equal or greater chances for active weather, increasing the risk for periods of heavy snowfall across the Green Mountain State.
The concern comes on the heels of Winter Storm Fern, a massive system that stretched from Texas to Maine and impacted more than two dozen states. Fern dropped nearly two feet of snow in parts of New York and New England, with widespread reports of more than a foot from Texas through the Mid-Atlantic. In Vermont, the storm created dangerous travel conditions on Interstates 89 and 91, forced school cancellations, and left snow-covered secondary roads difficult to clear in rural areas.
With cold air expected to persist, communities from Burlington and Montpelier to Rutland and the Northeast Kingdom could face renewed disruptions if similarly strong systems move through. Vermont Agency of Transportation crews warn that repeated snow events can quickly reduce road conditions, especially during overnight hours when temperatures drop sharply.
Emergency officials are encouraging residents to prepare now by checking heating systems, restocking emergency kits, and planning for possible travel delays. While the exact timing of future storms remains uncertain, forecasters say the overall pattern supports continued winter impacts. Additional advisories and warnings may be issued as confidence increases, with winter conditions likely remaining a daily concern across Vermont through mid-February.
