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Vermont Weather Alert: Snow Tease, 29° Cold by Nov. 13
Vermont residents could trade damp November afternoons for freezing mornings within days as colder air settles across Burlington and the Champlain Valley.
By Erin Vale · 2026-11-08T10:08:00.198Z
Vermont residents could trade damp November afternoons for freezing mornings within days as colder air settles across Burlington and the Champlain Valley.
Temperatures near 51 degrees early this week could fall to approximately 28 degrees by Friday morning, Nov. 13. That 23 degree difference signals a colder stretch ahead.
According to the National Weather Service in Burlington, several rounds of rain are expected before temperatures fall below freezing later in the week.
The developing pattern also arrives as portions of northern New England begin experiencing their first opportunities for early season snow.
Rain Chances Increase Monday, Nov. 9 Burlington begins the week with temperatures reaching approximately 51 degrees.
Monday brings a 60% chance of showers, mainly before 8 a.m., followed by cloudy skies.
West and northwest winds could make conditions feel cooler near Lake Champlain.
Drivers using Interstate 89, Route 7 and surrounding roads should remain alert for wet pavement.
Monday night temperatures fall near 39 degrees.
Another 60% Rain Chance Tuesday Tuesday, Nov. 10, brings another high near 51 degrees.
Clouds dominate, with a 50% chance of showers developing after 1 p.m.
Rain becomes more likely Tuesday evening, with precipitation chances increasing to 60% before 1 a.m. Wednesday.
Temperatures fall near 37 degrees.
For commuters, repeated wet conditions could mean slick leaves and reduced traction on shaded roads.
Veterans Day Brings Cooler Weather Wednesday, Nov. 11, brings mostly cloudy skies and a 30% chance of showers before 1 p.m.
Temperatures reach approximately 49 degrees before falling sharply Wednesday night.
By early Thursday, Nov. 12, temperatures could approach 31 degrees.
That would mark the beginning of a colder period across the Burlington area.
Temperatures Drop Into the Upper 20s Thursday brings partly sunny skies and highs near 44 degrees.
Thursday night temperatures are expected to fall near 28 degrees.
Friday remains chilly, with afternoon temperatures reaching approximately 43 degrees.
Another cold night follows, with lows near 29 degrees.
Residents should protect sensitive plants and prepare for freezing temperatures.
Any lingering moisture on untreated surfaces could become slippery where pavement temperatures fall below freezing.
Could Burlington See Its First Snow Before Thanksgiving? The broader Northeast weather pattern is becoming more favorable for occasional early season snow, particularly across higher elevations.
National Weather Service guidance indicates wet snow could mix with rain in portions of interior northern New England.
However, Burlington's current city forecast does not explicitly predict snow through Saturday, Nov. 14.
The distinction matters: mountain snow opportunities do not necessarily mean snowfall along Lake Champlain.
As Thanksgiving approaches Nov. 26, residents should continue monitoring changing temperatures and precipitation forecasts.
Burlington Five Day Weather Outlook Monday, Nov. 9: Showers likely, mainly before 8 a.m. High 51°F, low 39°F. Rain chance 60%. Tuesday, Nov. 10: Mostly cloudy, with afternoon showers possible. High 51°F, low 37°F. Rain chances increase to 60% Tuesday evening. Wednesday, Nov. 11: Mostly cloudy with a 30% chance of morning showers. High 49°F, low 31°F. Thursday, Nov. 12: Partly sunny and colder. High 44°F, low 28°F. Friday, Nov. 13: Partly sunny and chilly. High 43°F, low 29°F. Saturday, Nov. 14: Mostly cloudy, with highs near 45 degrees.
The biggest change is the transition from repeated rain chances into several mornings near or below freezing.
Are you ready for Burlington's first real taste of winter, or hoping the snow stays in the mountains until Thanksgiving? Tell us what conditions you're seeing in your neighborhood.