Let’s just call it what it is: today’s weather is a whole mood — and not a cheerful one. Burlington woke up under a thick gray blanket this morning, and it’s not letting go anytime soon. The skies are heavy, the sidewalks are slick, and it feels like the kind of day where your coffee needs coffee.
We’re sitting right around 50°F this afternoon, which on paper doesn’t sound bad… until that cold breeze off Lake Champlain hits you square in the face. That’s when you realize this is the chilly, damp, and do-nothing kind of day that defines April in Vermont.
April’s Attitude: Gloomy, But Oh-So-Vermont
If you’ve lived in Burlington for more than one spring, this isn’t exactly a surprise. April here is kind of like a cat — unpredictable, slightly moody, and not really concerned with your plans. A little rain here, some mist there, maybe even a quick snowflake if it’s feeling dramatic.
This morning we got a bit of everything: a sprinkle, a drizzle, and a sky that looked like it hit snooze on the sunrise. No real rainstorms, just that in-between kind of wet that makes you wonder if it’s even worth drying your hair. Spoiler: it’s not.
Drizzle All Day, Chill All Night
Looking ahead to this evening, the vibe doesn’t change much. Temps are going to dip into the mid-30s after sunset — not quite freezing, but definitely not patio weather. If you’re heading out tonight, toss on an extra layer. And if you’re staying in? Good call.
Roads might get a little slick in the higher elevations, especially if things get damp enough and the temps drop just enough. So keep an eye out if you’re driving through backroads or hills after dark.
The Weekend Has a Silver Lining (Literally)
Now for the good news: this gray spell won’t last forever. By late Friday night and into Saturday, things should start turning around. We’re not talking sunglasses-and-tank-top weather just yet, but we might actually see the sun peek through on Saturday. Temps will nudge into the mid-50s, and the sky might just remember it’s supposed to be blue.
It’s not quite picnic season, but it’s a start.
Today’s one of those days where Vermont feels quiet — like the whole town hit pause. The sidewalks are empty, the lake’s got that eerie stillness, and even the seagulls sound like they’ve had enough. It’s a great day for soup, flannel, and letting yourself slow down a little.
So curl up, ride it out, and remember: all this gray? It’s what makes Vermont explode with color in just a few weeks.
