Vermont Sees Most Consistent Snowpack in 22 Years

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Vermont and the North Country have seen an unusually consistent snowpack so far this winter, with the Burlington area already recording 73 days with at least 1 inch of snow on the ground. This is the most consistent snowpack the region has seen up to this point in the winter season since 2004, over 22 years ago.

Why it matters

Consistent snowpack is important for Vermont's winter tourism industry, as well as for maintaining water supplies and managing flood risks. The extended snowpack this year could indicate a shift in regional climate patterns.

The details

In a typical Vermont winter, Burlington will have a snowpack for about 73% of the season, or around 66 days. This year, the area has already seen 73 days with at least 1 inch of snow on the ground, suggesting an unusually persistent snowpack so far.

• As of February 19, 2026, Burlington has already had 73 days with snow on the ground this winter.
• A typical Vermont winter sees snow on the ground for around 66 days.

What’s next

Meteorologists will continue to monitor the snowpack in the coming weeks to see if this winter proves to be one of the most consistent on record for the region.