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Damp Sunday Showers Give Way to Cooler, Overcast Autumn Days in the Bennington Valley
Bennington County faces a damp Sunday with rain showers before transitioning to cooler, overcast autumn weather. Drivers on US-7 and VT-9 should watch for slick roads, while overnight temperatures dropping into the 40s will accelerate local fall foliage.
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A classic late-September weather pattern is settling over southwestern Vermont, bringing a mix of damp autumn air, cooler temperatures, and overcast skies. If you are stepping outside today in Bennington, North Bennington, or Old Bennington, you will find overcast skies with a current temperature of 54.7°F and a light breeze blowing at about 8.1 mph. This quiet, gray start is the prelude to a damp Sunday, followed by a steady drop in overnight temperatures that will surely nudge our local foliage closer to its vibrant peak.
Bennington VT Weather Forecast: Sunday Rain and Commuter Impacts
On Sunday, September 20, we are tracking a 77 percent chance of precipitation as a weather system moves through Bennington County. Expect slight rain throughout the day, totaling about 0.229 inches of precipitation. While this won’t be a major washout, it will certainly keep things damp and cool. Daytime temperatures will hover around a modest high of 57.3°F, dropping only slightly to an overnight low of 51.3°F. Winds will pick up slightly compared to today, reaching a maximum speed of 11.8 mph.
For commuters heading along US-7, the VT-279 bypass, or navigating the steep, winding turns of VT-9 (the Molly Stark Trail) up toward Woodford, Sunday’s rain presents a few seasonal hazards. Early autumn leaves are beginning to fall, and when mixed with 0.229 inches of rain, they can make the asphalt incredibly slick. Drivers should give themselves extra stopping distance, especially on the long descent from Woodford into the Bennington Valley.
A Drier, Cooler Start to the Workweek
As we head into the new workweek on Monday, September 21, the rain departs, leaving us with dry but persistent overcast conditions. The daytime high will reach a comfortable 59.7°F, while the overnight low drops to a much cooler 48.6°F. The chance of rain drops to a mere 1 percent, and winds will top out around 10.1 mph. It is an ideal day for a brisk walk around Lake Paran or a stroll through the historic streets of Old Bennington, though you will want a light jacket to cut the damp autumn chill.
Tuesday, September 22, continues the dry, overcast trend. We will see the daytime high nudge up slightly to 60.1°F, but the real story is the overnight low, which will plunge to a crisp 43.2°F. Precipitation probability remains very low at just 3 percent, with maximum winds of 9.2 mph.
Foliage, Recreation, and Community Safety
This cooling trend is exactly what leaf-peepers and hikers in the Green Mountain National Forest have been waiting for. While the overcast skies on Monday and Tuesday might mute the colors slightly during the day, the drop to 43.2°F on Tuesday night will help accelerate the breakdown of chlorophyll in the maples and birches surrounding Mount Anthony and Arlington. If you are planning a hike up Mount Anthony or along the local trails, Monday and Tuesday will offer dry trail conditions, though some damp ground from Sunday’s rain may persist in shaded forest hollows.
With overnight temperatures dipping into the 40s—and likely even cooler in high-elevation towns like Woodford—it is time to start thinking about our outdoor pets and vulnerable neighbors. Please ensure outdoor animals have warm, dry shelter, and take a moment to check in on elderly neighbors in Shaftsbury, Pownal, and Arlington to make sure their heating systems are ready for the coming colder months.
Bennington VT Weather Forecast Summary
Keep your umbrella handy on Sunday for the light rain, and prepare for a dry, cool, and overcast start to the workweek. It is the perfect stretch of weather to pull out your favorite sweaters and enjoy the quiet transition into autumn in southwestern Vermont.
Weather data provided by Open-Meteo.
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