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Warm, Overcast Weekend Ahead in Bennington Before Rain Arrives Monday
Bennington will see a warm, overcast weekend with temperatures reaching the lower 80s before moderate rain arrives on Monday. Drivers across Bennington County should prepare for wet roads and cooler highs near 72 degrees to start the workweek.
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Warm, cloudy weather is set to settle over the Bennington Valley this weekend, offering comfortable summer temperatures before moderate rain arrives to start the workweek. Currently, conditions are clear with a pleasant temperature of 61.9°F and a light wind of 4.3 mph.
Weekend Forecast: Overcast and Warm
On Saturday, August 1, expect overcast skies with a high reaching 81.1°F and an overnight low of 61.8°F. Rain chances are minimal at just 7%, with maximum winds near 10.8 mph. It will be a mild day for outdoor activities near Mount Anthony or a walk around Lake Paran, though you will want to plan for gray skies.
Overcast conditions persist on Sunday, August 2, with a warm high of 80.8°F and a humid night low of 69.9°F. Peak winds will pick up slightly to 13.6 mph. Rain chances increase to 45% as the day progresses, so those commuting along US-7, VT-279, or driving VT-9 (the Molly Stark Trail) through Woodford should keep an eye out for unsettled weather late in the day.
Cooler Temperatures and Rain on Monday
Workweek commuters across Bennington County, including Arlington, Shaftsbury, and Pownal, should plan for slick roads on Monday, August 3. Moderate rain showers are expected to deliver 0.666 inches of precipitation with a 65% chance of rain. Daytime highs will drop noticeably to 72°F following an overnight low of 66.6°F, while maximum winds ease to 7.3 mph.
The Bottom Line
Enjoy a warm, dry weekend with highs around 81°F under overcast skies, but be sure to keep the rain gear handy for a wet commute on Monday.
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