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Bar Harbor (ME) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Bar Harbor can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months, and very cold during the cooler months. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Visitors to Bar Harbor can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 25°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold 0°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -9°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Bar Harbor is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1425 mm. Bar Harbor experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 166 mm in October, the wettest month, and 93 mm in January, the driest month.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Forecast for Bar Harbor (ME)

Sun   Dec 22
-8°C | -14°C
NW 6 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

hourly forecast
Mon   Dec 23
-5°C | -14°C
NW 3 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

hourly forecast
Tue   Dec 24
-2°C | -9°C
N 4 m/s
23 mm
overcast and heavy snow

overcast and heavy snow

hourly forecast
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The best time of year to visit Bar Harbor in the United States of America

During the months of June, July, August and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Bar Harbor?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in October and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Bar Harbor?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 25°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Bar Harbor?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 0°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Bar Harbor?
    October tops the wettest month list with 166 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Bar Harbor?
    January is the driest month with 93 mm of precipitation.

    • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

     

     


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