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Vermont Weather Alert: Burlington Drops From 61 to 48 Oct 25-27
Burlington, VT – A brief stretch of warmer autumn weather will give way to a noticeable cooldown across the Burlington area early next week, with afternoon temperatures falling from near 61 degrees Su
By Owen Prescott · 2026-10-23T09:28:20.193Z
Burlington, VT – A brief stretch of warmer autumn weather will give way to a noticeable cooldown across the Burlington area early next week, with afternoon temperatures falling from near 61 degrees Sunday to just 48 degrees Tuesday. The change will bring colder mornings to Vermont's Champlain Valley, including a forecast low near 29 degrees Tuesday night. Residents across Burlington and surrounding Chittenden County can expect mostly dry conditions, but the temperature shift will make outdoor activities feel considerably different by the middle of next week.
According to the National Weather Service, Burlington will experience a gradual warming trend through Sunday, Oct. 25, before temperatures begin falling Monday night and Tuesday. Sunday is expected to be the warmest day of the upcoming period, with sunshine and a high near 61 degrees. Monday will remain relatively mild at 60 degrees before cooler air arrives, dropping Tuesday's afternoon high to approximately 48 degrees.
Warmer Weekend Gives Way to Cooler Conditions The temperature transition begins after several days of increasingly mild weather. Friday's high is expected to reach 51 degrees, followed by 55 degrees Saturday and 61 degrees Sunday. Winds should remain relatively light through the weekend, with calm conditions Saturday and south winds of 5 to 8 mph Sunday.
Sunday night will bring partly cloudy skies and a low near 41 degrees, with southwest winds of 8 to 10 mph. Monday's forecast calls for mostly sunny conditions and a high near 60 degrees, supported by south winds of 5 to 7 mph. The change becomes more noticeable Monday night as north winds increase to 9 to 13 mph and temperatures fall near 36 degrees.
Tuesday Brings a 13 Degree Cooldown By Tuesday, Oct. 27, Burlington's high is expected to reach only 48 degrees, representing a 13 degree decline from Sunday's projected afternoon high. North winds around 10 mph could add to the chilly feel, particularly near Lake Champlain and in exposed outdoor locations.
The colder conditions will become more pronounced Tuesday night, when mostly clear skies and diminishing north winds accompany temperatures falling near 29 degrees. That reading would place Burlington below the freezing mark of 32 degrees, creating the potential for frost and freezing conditions in exposed locations.
Although the supplied forecast does not include an official freeze warning, residents with temperature sensitive outdoor plants may want to consider protective measures. Actual temperatures can vary across the region, especially between locations near Lake Champlain and colder inland areas.
For motorists traveling Interstate 89, U.S. Route 7 and surrounding Chittenden County roads, the forecast does not indicate snow, freezing rain or widespread precipitation during the cooldown. However, colder early morning temperatures may warrant attention to local conditions, particularly in shaded areas where moisture could linger.
Temperatures Recover Later in the Week Wednesday, Oct. 28, will bring a modest improvement as mostly sunny skies help temperatures recover to around 52 degrees. South winds of 3 to 6 mph are expected, followed by partly cloudy conditions Wednesday night and a low near 35 degrees.
Thursday should continue the warming trend, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 58 degrees. South winds of 10 to 14 mph may become noticeable during the afternoon, but the supplied forecast does not indicate a significant storm system.
The overall pattern points to a relatively dry late October period, interrupted by a short lived cooldown Tuesday and freezing temperatures Tuesday night. The National Weather Service forecast does not show measurable precipitation chances or accumulating snow through Thursday.
For residents planning outdoor activities, Tuesday night appears to be the most important period to monitor as temperatures approach the upper 20s.
Are you preparing outdoor plants and gardens for another round of freezing temperatures in the Burlington area?
Five Day Weather Outlook Friday 10/23: Sunny skies will bring a high near 51 degrees, with north winds of 6 to 10 mph; partly cloudy conditions Friday night will accompany temperatures falling near 31 degrees as winds become calm.
Saturday 10/24: Sunshine will continue across Burlington with a high near 55 degrees and calm winds, providing comfortable afternoon conditions before clear skies Saturday night allow temperatures to fall near 34 degrees.
Sunday 10/25: Sunny skies and south winds of 5 to 8 mph will accompany a high near 61 degrees, making Sunday the warmest day of the period; partly cloudy conditions Sunday night will bring a low near 41 degrees.
Monday 10/26: Mostly sunny conditions will continue with temperatures reaching approximately 60 degrees and south winds of 5 to 7 mph; Monday night will turn cooler, with partly cloudy skies, north winds of 9 to 13 mph and a low near 36 degrees.
Tuesday 10/27: Mostly sunny skies will accompany a cooler afternoon high near 48 degrees, with north winds around 10 mph; mostly clear conditions Tuesday night will allow temperatures to fall near 29 degrees, below the freezing mark.
Extended Weather Outlook Wednesday, Oct. 28, should bring mostly sunny skies and a high near 52 degrees, followed by partly cloudy conditions and a low around 35 degrees Wednesday night.
Thursday, Oct. 29, is expected to be mostly sunny with temperatures climbing near 58 degrees and south winds of 10 to 14 mph.
The supplied National Weather Service forecast does not identify a significant storm or precipitation threat through Thursday. Official six to 10 day outlook probabilities were not provided, so conditions beyond the available detailed forecast remain uncertain.