Old Orchard Beach (ME) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Visitors to Old Orchard Beach can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C (79°F) in July to a very cold 1°C (34°F) in the coolest month, January.

Nights vary from 16°C (61°F) in July to around -9°C (16°F) during the colder months.

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Temperature ranges by month

Old Orchard Beach is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1339 mm (53 in). Precipitation levels in Old Orchard Beach remain relatively steady throughout the year. June has the most rain, with 138 mm (5.4 in) over 14 days. In the driest month January, this drops slightly to 89 mm (3.5 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable. For more details, please visit our Old Orchard Beach Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

For those who appreciate different seasons, Old Orchard Beach serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 9.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 4.7 hours of daily sunlight.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 3°C (37°F) in March to 18°C (64°F) in August.

Water temperature over the year

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Old Orchard Beach.

The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 77%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 65%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year