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Crisp Morning Gives Way to Midweek Warmth Before Thursday Showers in Bennington

A crisp morning in Bennington gives way to comfortable temperatures today and highs in the upper 70s on Wednesday. Overcast skies will dominate before rain arrives across Bennington County on Thursday, bringing about a third of an inch of precipitation.

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September 15, 2026

Randy Breland, Managing Editor

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Last updated: September 15, 2026

A classic late-summer chill greeted southwestern Vermont early this morning, but a shifting pattern will bring warmer afternoons and increasing cloud cover before the next round of rain moves into Bennington County. Residents waking up across the valley stepped out to clear skies and a brisk 43.1 degrees, accompanied by a nearly motionless breeze of just 1.6 mph. The clear start is short-lived, however, as cloud cover thickens to deliver overcast conditions for the remainder of Tuesday and Wednesday, followed by measurable rainfall toward the tail end of the workweek.

Bennington VT Weather Forecast: Tuesday Skies and Seasonable Comfort

For today, September 15, expect skies to transition to overcast as cloud decks spread across the valley floor and shroud the surrounding ridgelines of the Green Mountains. Despite the graying skies, afternoon temperatures will rebound comfortably from the early morning chill. The high temperature is forecast to reach 68.5 degrees, offering very pleasant and temperate conditions for midday activities across Bennington, North Bennington, and Old Bennington.

A light breeze will develop during the day, with maximum wind speeds topping out at a gentle 8.2 mph. Rain will not be a factor today, as the precipitation probability sits at an insignificant 4 percent with 0 inches of accumulation expected. As evening sets in, temperatures will ease downward, eventually bottoming out at an overnight low of 42.9 degrees. Whether you are running errands in town or finishing up evening yard chores, conditions will remain dry, quiet, and cool.

Wednesday: Noticeable Warmth and Breezier Conditions

Wednesday, September 16, brings a pronounced push of milder air into southwestern Vermont. While overcast conditions will persist overhead, afternoon highs will surge to 77.2 degrees—nearly nine degrees warmer than Tuesday. It will feel noticeably warmer and more humid across the communities of Shaftsbury, Pownal, and Arlington.

Winds will also pick up somewhat ahead of an approaching disturbance, with maximum gusts reaching up to 11.9 mph. Rain chances remain low during the day at just 11 percent, with 0 inches of measurable rainfall forecast, allowing outdoor plans to proceed without disruption. Wednesday night will be much milder than preceding nights, with temperatures only dipping to a low of 56.5 degrees under persistent cloud cover.

Thursday: Rain Moves Into the Valley

The dry spell comes to a decisive end on Thursday, September 17, as slight rain arrives across the region. Forecast models indicate a 51 percent probability of precipitation, with anticipated rainfall totals around 0.35 inches across Bennington County. While intense storms or heavy downpours are not indicated in the current data, damp conditions will prevail through much of the day.

With clouds and showers dominating the area, daytime highs on Thursday will be held back to 67.0 degrees. Winds will remain quite subdued, peaking at only 3.3 mph. The thick cloud canopy and moist air mass will keep overnight temperatures remarkably steady, dropping only to a mild low of 60.3 degrees heading into Thursday night.

Travel and Commuting Impacts

Commuters heading along local corridors can plan on smooth travel for the next two days before wet pavement becomes an issue:

US-7 Corridor: Pavement remains dry through Tuesday and Wednesday between Pownal, Bennington, Shaftsbury, and Arlington. Thursday morning and evening drives will encounter wet roads from the 0.35 inches of rain, so leave extra stopping distance.
VT-9 (Molly Stark Trail): As you climb eastward toward Woodford and the Green Mountain pass, overcast skies and cloud bases could bring reduced visibility along high-elevation curves. Roads will stay dry through Wednesday, with damp and potentially slick conditions arriving Thursday.
VT-279 Bypass: Favorable driving conditions will prevail through Wednesday evening, with peak winds of 8.2 mph today and 11.9 mph tomorrow having little impact on vehicle handling. Wet roads will arrive Thursday with the 51 percent chance of rain.

Outdoor Recreation and Mountain Conditions

For those planning outdoor activities around Mount Anthony, Lake Paran, or the trails of the Green Mountain National Forest, Tuesday and Wednesday offer great windows for hiking, trail running, and paddling. Although the sky will be overcast, conditions remain completely dry with comfortable daytime temperatures of 68.5 degrees today and 77.2 degrees tomorrow. Higher elevations in Woodford and along the Long Trail will feel breezy Wednesday with winds around 11.9 mph, but conditions will remain manageable.

Thursday will require rain gear and waterproof footwear if you plan to venture outside, as 0.35 inches of precipitation will leave trails muddy and rocks slick. With temperatures hovering at 67.0 degrees during the rain, wearing moisture-wicking layers will help keep you comfortable.

The Bottom Line

Bennington VT Weather Forecast Summary

Enjoy a comfortable, dry stretch of weather across Bennington County through Wednesday evening. Tuesday will feature overcast skies and a high of 68.5 degrees after a cool 43.1-degree start. Wednesday brings an unseasonably warm peak of 77.2 degrees under cloudy skies. Keep the umbrella and rain jackets handy for Thursday, when a 51 percent chance of rain brings 0.35 inches of precipitation and cools daytime temperatures back down to 67.0 degrees.

Weather data provided by Open-Meteo.