Snow Brings Slick Tuesday Evening Commute

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A winter storm is expected to bring heavy snow to Vermont and northern New York on Tuesday, with the most intense snowfall occurring during the evening commute. Snow will arrive in the afternoon and continue through Wednesday, with the northern Green Mountains seeing the highest totals of 6-12 inches.

Why it matters

The heavy snow and slick road conditions during the evening rush hour could lead to dangerous driving and travel disruptions across the region.

The details

The snow will arrive from west to east on Tuesday afternoon, with the heaviest snow expected between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. across the Champlain Valley and Vermont. Snowfall rates could reach 1-1.5 inches per hour during the evening commute. Most areas will see 2-6 inches of snow by Wednesday morning, with the northern Green Mountains potentially picking up 6-12 inches.

• Snow will arrive Tuesday afternoon from west to east.
• The heaviest snow is expected between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. across the Champlain Valley and Vermont.
• Snow showers will continue through Wednesday night, with the northern mountains seeing the highest totals.

What’s next

The First Alert Weather Team will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates on air, online, and through the First Alert Weather App.