Nor’easter to bring rain, some wind to Vermont, New York this weekend
Gusty winds may lead to leaf drop in some parts of the region
NBC5 meteorologists are tracking a developing coastal storm this weekend, bringing periods of rain and gusty winds to Vermont and northern New York.
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Widespread rain, gusty wind expected across the Northeast this weekend.
The storm is expected to move north along the East Coast Saturday before lingering offshore of New England. That could allow waves of showers to rotate into Vermont and northern New York through the weekend, with the highest rain chances currently in southeastern Vermont.
Rain Forecast
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Rainfall forecast through the weekend.
Exactly how close the storm tracks, and how strong it becomes, will determine rainfall totals.
Forecast guidance still shows a wide range, from little rain in some areas to more than an inch possible in parts of southern Vermont.
Wind Forecast
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Wind gusts could approach or exceed 40 mph in southern Vermont.
Breezy conditions are also likely, especially across higher elevations, eastern and southern Vermont, and on Lake Champlain. This could bring down some leaves, especially in the higher terrain where foliage is approaching peak. That may make for a quicker change in the landscape in spots, though the extent will depend on how strong the wind becomes.
Anyone with outdoor plans this weekend should keep checking the forecast and consider a backup plan as details come into clearer focus.