Mild Temps and Overcast Skies Ahead for Bennington County

Last updated: July 30, 2026

Cloudy and Mild Days Ahead for the Bennington Valley

It is currently overcast and 61.1°F in Bennington, with light winds around 2.9 mph. If you are heading out on your morning commute along US-7, VT-279, or climbing VT-9 (the Molly Stark Trail), expect calm driving conditions, though lingering overcast skies and damp spots will keep things feeling cool and overcast.

Three-Day Local Forecast

Here is how the end of the week is shaping up across southwestern Vermont:

• Thursday (July 30): Highs will top out at 74.9°F today before dropping to an overnight low of 60.9°F. We have a 35% chance of light drizzle bringing about 0.004 inches of moisture, with maximum wind speeds around 8.7 mph.
• Friday (July 31): Overcast conditions continue with daytime highs reaching 78.6°F and a low of 60.7°F. Precipitation probability drops to 13% with 0 inches of rain expected, and peak winds near 8.8 mph.
• Saturday (August 1): Warm and calm weather carries into the weekend with a high near 79.4°F and a low of 59.8°F. There is a slight 6% chance of light drizzle (0.004 inches of rain) with light winds reaching 5.5 mph.

Outdoor Recreation and Local Impacts

With high temperatures remaining in the 70s and light winds under 9 mph, conditions are generally pleasant for summer outdoor activities. However, spotty light drizzle could leave trails a bit damp around Mount Anthony and through the Green Mountain National Forest. If you are spending time outdoors at Lake Paran, keep a light layer handy for overcast periods, but severe weather is not expected.

The Bottom Line: Expect comfortable temperatures in the mid-to-upper 70s through Saturday under mostly overcast skies, with only minimal drizzle to watch for. Enjoy the pleasant stretch of Vermont summer weather!

Weather data provided by Open-Meteo.