Best Time to Visit Bar Harbor
Best time to visit Bar Harbor: June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Bar Harbor
Go in June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, March and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Bar Harbor month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30° | 16° | 3,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 33° | 17° | 2,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 42° | 28° | 6,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 51° | 35° | 5,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 46° | 4,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 72° | 55° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 78° | 61° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 75° | 60° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 71° | 55° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 46° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 46° | 34° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 37° | 23° | 5,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Bar Harbor compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Bar Harbor.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acadia National Park | 5 mi | 42°F | 36°F cooler | 46 in |
| Baxter State Park | 110 mi | 28°F | 51°F cooler | 55 in |
| Mount Washington | 153 mi | 27°F | 52°F cooler | 55 in |
| New Brunswick | 173 mi | 43°F | 36°F cooler | 45 in |
| Franconia Notch State Park | 173 mi | 43°F | 36°F cooler | 50 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Bar Harbor is a city in Maine. Bar Harbor is known for Acadia National Park gateway. It has a population of about 5.500.
Right now it is 68°F (20°C) in Bar Harbor with clear. It feels like 69°F. Today runs from 65°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 7%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Bar Harbor is June, July and August. The climate is continental. January, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 78°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 16°F.
The closest major airport is Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), about 198 mi away. Nearby highlights include Acadia National Park, Baxter State Park, Mount Washington and Franconia Notch State Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 78°F is 2.9°F above the 75°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Bar Harbor today at 9.4/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Bar Harbor right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:52 PM, Aug 24 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌥️ 74° / 57°
Fog · 29% rain · wind 11 mph
☁️ 67° / 52°
Overcast · 5% rain · wind 10 mph
Things to do in Bar Harbor
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Bar Harbor.
Quick facts about Bar Harbor
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Maine |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 44°23′15.4″N 68°12′14″W (44.3876, -68.2039) |
| Population | 5.500 |
| Known for | Acadia National Park gateway |
| Local time | 10:52 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Continental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Bar Harbor?
Bar Harbor is a city in Maine. Its coordinates are 44.3876, -68.2039. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Bar Harbor right now?
It is currently 68°F (20°C) with clear. Humidity is 92% and wind is 13 mph.
When is the best time to visit Bar Harbor?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Bar Harbor, which has a continental climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Bar Harbor in?
Bar Harbor observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 10:52 PM.
How many people live in Bar Harbor?
Bar Harbor has a population of approximately 5.500.
What is the nearest airport to Bar Harbor?
The closest airports are Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), 198 mi away and Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), 281 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Bar Harbor?
Popular options include Acadia National Park, Baxter State Park, Mount Washington, Franconia Notch State Park, Cape Cod National Seashore and St. Lawrence River.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 10:52 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
