South Dorset, VT
Unincorporated community in Bennington County, Vermont
South Dorset is a small unincorporated community in Bennington County, Vermont. It is 3.1 miles SE of Manchester Center, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 05251.
South Dorset at a glance
- State
- Vermont
- County
- Bennington County
- ZIP code
- 05251
- Nearest town
- Manchester Center (3.1 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 43.2225, -73.0739
Weather in South Dorset now
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South Dorset weather by the hour
South Dorset weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of South Dorset.
This week in South Dorset
Sunrise, sunset and moon in South Dorset
What is the weather usually like in South Dorset?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 75°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 8°F average low
- 51.0 inprecipitation per year · 1,295 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit South Dorset: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station PERU, VT US (USC00436335), adjusted for the elevation of South Dorset.
South Dorset weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in South Dorset through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:19 AM | 4:43 PM | 9 h 24 min |
| February | 6:48 AM | 5:24 PM | 10 h 36 min |
| March | 7:02 AM | 6:59 PM | 11 h 57 min |
| April | 6:08 AM | 7:36 PM | 13 h 28 min |
| May | 5:26 AM | 8:10 PM | 14 h 44 min |
| June | 5:10 AM | 8:35 PM | 15 h 25 min |
| July | 5:24 AM | 8:31 PM | 15 h 7 min |
| August | 5:56 AM | 7:56 PM | 14 h 0 min |
| September | 6:30 AM | 7:04 PM | 12 h 33 min |
| October | 7:04 AM | 6:11 PM | 11 h 6 min |
| November | 6:43 AM | 4:29 PM | 9 h 45 min |
| December | 7:15 AM | 4:19 PM | 9 h 3 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in South Dorset?
South Dorset has a warm-summer humid continental climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 75°F (24°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 8°F (-13°C).
It gets about 51.0 inches (1,295 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is October and the driest is February.
The best time to visit South Dorset is June to September. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near South Dorset
The closest live webcam is Winhall: VT-11 EB West, 5.9 miles E of South Dorset.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from South Dorset.
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Map of South Dorset, VT
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- Haines Manor subdivision3.7 mi SE
- Richville4.7 mi S
- South End7.7 mi NE
- West Rupert8.6 mi W
- West Sandgate9.6 mi SW
- Vermont Ventures9.8 mi E
- Piper Ridge10.7 mi SE
- Intervale10.8 mi SE
- Strattonwald10.8 mi SE
- Tiplady10.8 mi W
- Stratton Valley10.8 mi SE
- West Arlington10.8 mi SW
- Stratton Acres11.3 mi SE
- Sherwood Forest11.7 mi E
Questions about South Dorset
Where is South Dorset, VT?
South Dorset is an unincorporated community in Bennington County, Vermont, 3.1 miles SE of Manchester Center.
What county is South Dorset in?
South Dorset is in Bennington County, Vermont.
What is the ZIP code of South Dorset, VT?
The ZIP code for South Dorset is 05251.
What is the nearest town to South Dorset?
Manchester Center, 3.1 miles away.
Are there webcams near South Dorset?
Yes. The closest is Winhall: VT-11 EB West, 5.9 miles away.
What is the hottest month in South Dorset?
July, with an average high of 75°F (24°C).
What is the coldest month in South Dorset?
January, with an average low of 8°F (-13°C).
How much does it rain in South Dorset?
About 51.0 inches (1,295 mm) a year; the wettest month is October.
Does it snow in South Dorset?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit South Dorset?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does South Dorset have?
Warm-summer humid continental (Köppen Dfb).
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