Bennington, VT County has a climate that is characterized by cold winters and warm summers. The average temperature in winter months is around 20 degrees Fahrenheit while the temperatures can reach up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit during the summer months. Snowfall during the winter can range from light dustings to heavy snowfalls of several inches. Precipitation throughout the year also varies, ranging from light showers in spring and fall to heavy rain or snow in the winter months. Overall, Bennington County experiences four distinct seasons with mild temperatures and moderate precipitation throughout the year.
Bennington County, Vermont gets 48 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Bennington County averages 79 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 180 sunny days per year in Bennington County. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Bennington County gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 146 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 79 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 10
Rain: averages 48 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 79 inches of snow a year