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Burlington, VT Weather Nov. 5-9: 80% Rain Chance Thursday Before 33° Monday Night
VERMONT — Warm November air near 72 degrees will give way to rain, gusty winds and a sharp temperature drop across Burlington, with readings falling into the 30s by the weekend and approaching 33 degr
By Evan Cross · 2026-11-04T09:19:29.959Z
VERMONT — Warm November air near 72 degrees will give way to rain, gusty winds and a sharp temperature drop across Burlington, with readings falling into the 30s by the weekend and approaching 33 degrees Monday night, Nov. 9.
The National Weather Service in Burlington expects rain chances to reach 80% Thursday, Nov. 5, before additional showers become possible Saturday.
The changing pattern brings a 39 degree difference between Wednesday's expected high of 72 degrees and Monday night's low near 33 degrees.
For residents along Lake Champlain, the biggest changes begin Thursday as rain spreads into the area and southerly winds strengthen.
Thursday, Nov. 5: Rain Chances Reach 80%, Gusts Near 26 MPH Thursday brings showers, mainly before 1 p.m., with temperatures reaching approximately 66 degrees.
South winds of 14 to 16 mph could produce gusts as high as 26 mph.
The National Weather Service places Thursday's precipitation chance at 80%, although expected rainfall amounts remain below one tenth of an inch.
Showers remain likely Thursday evening, with a 60% precipitation chance before 10 p.m.
Patchy fog could develop after 9 p.m., potentially affecting visibility for drivers.
Motorists traveling I 89, Route 7 and other Burlington area roads should prepare for wet pavement and changing visibility during showers.
Temperatures fall to approximately 52 degrees Thursday night.
Friday Into Saturday: Another Round of Rain Possible Friday, Nov. 6, brings mostly cloudy skies and a high near 64 degrees.
Rain chances return after 1 a.m. Saturday, reaching 40% Friday night as temperatures fall toward 46 degrees.
Saturday, Nov. 7, brings a 50% chance of rain, with cloudy skies and temperatures reaching only 53 degrees.
That represents a 19 degree drop from Wednesday's expected high.
Saturday night remains cloudy, with another 50% chance of rain and temperatures falling to approximately 39 degrees.
Residents planning outdoor activities should prepare for damp conditions and noticeably cooler air.
Sunday Into Monday: Temperatures Approach Freezing Sunday, Nov. 8, brings mostly cloudy skies and a high near 51 degrees.
Temperatures fall to approximately 36 degrees Sunday night.
Monday remains cooler, with partly sunny skies, a high near 49 degrees and a 30% chance of rain.
Monday night brings the coldest temperature in the supplied outlook, with a low near 33 degrees.
Although temperatures approach freezing, the current forecast does not indicate snow, freezing rain or widespread icy road conditions.
Gardeners with sensitive outdoor plants should monitor temperatures as colder November mornings become more common.
Burlington Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 4 8 Wednesday, Nov. 4: Partly sunny, high 72°. Southwest winds gusting to 22 mph. Mostly cloudy Wednesday night, low 57°. Thursday, Nov. 5: Showers mainly before 1 p.m. High 66°. Rain chance 80%, gusts up to 26 mph. Thursday night low 52°, with a 60% rain chance and patchy fog. Friday, Nov. 6: Mostly cloudy, high 64°. Rain chance 40% after 1 a.m. Saturday. Low 46°. Saturday, Nov. 7: Cloudy with a 50% chance of rain. High 53°. Saturday night low 39°, with another 50% rain chance. Sunday, Nov. 8: Mostly cloudy, high 51°. Sunday night low 36°. Looking Ahead: Near Freezing Temperatures Possible Next Week Monday brings partly sunny skies and a high near 49 degrees, followed by temperatures falling to approximately 33 degrees Monday night.
Tuesday offers partly sunny skies, a high near 51 degrees and a 30% chance of rain.
While November increases the possibility of colder weather across northern Vermont, the supplied outlook does not establish a specific snowfall or freeze warning.
For now, Burlington residents should prepare for Thursday's rain and gusty winds, another round of weekend showers and temperatures approaching freezing early next week.
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