Best Time to Visit Martha's Vineyard
Best time to visit Martha's Vineyard: June, July, August, September and October. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Martha's Vineyard
Go in June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and March - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Martha's Vineyard 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 | 38° | 27° | 3,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 38° | 27° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 47° | 36° | 6,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 55° | 42° | 4,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 63° | 51° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 75° | 61° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 80° | 68° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 77° | 65° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 72° | 62° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 63° | 53° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 53° | 42° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 44° | 33° | 4,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Martha's Vineyard compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Martha's Vineyard.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nantucket | 29 mi | 52°F | about the same | 40 in |
| Newport | 35 mi | 52°F | about the same | 48 in |
| Providence | 50 mi | 52°F | 33°F cooler | 52 in |
| Rhode Island | 50 mi | 52°F | 33°F cooler | 52 in |
| Cape Cod National Seashore | 51 mi | 51°F | 34°F cooler | 43 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Martha's Vineyard is an island in Massachusetts. Martha's Vineyard is an island known for beach towns and summer sailing.
Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in Martha's Vineyard with clear. It feels like 74°F. Today runs from 68°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 24%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Martha's Vineyard is June, July, August, September and October. The climate is continental. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 80°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 27°F.
The closest major airport is Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), about 70 mi away. Nearby highlights include Nantucket, Cape Cod National Seashore, Central Park and Times Square.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 78°F is in line with the 77°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Martha's Vineyard today at 9.2/10. 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 Martha's Vineyard right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 3:53 PM, Aug 24 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 78° / 68°
Light drizzle · 24% rain · wind 8 mph
🌦️ 88° / 67°
Light drizzle · 8% rain · wind 6 mph
Things to do in Martha's Vineyard
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Martha's Vineyard.
Quick facts about Martha's Vineyard
| Type | Island |
|---|---|
| State | Massachusetts |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 41°23′19.7″N 70°38′43.8″W (41.3888, -70.6455) |
| Known for | beach towns and summer sailing |
| Local time | 3:53 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Martha's Vineyard?
Martha's Vineyard is an island in Massachusetts. Its coordinates are 41.3888, -70.6455. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Martha's Vineyard right now?
It is currently 70°F (21°C) with clear. Humidity is 88% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Martha's Vineyard?
June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Martha's Vineyard, which has a continental climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Martha's Vineyard in?
Martha's Vineyard observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 3:53 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Martha's Vineyard?
The closest airports are Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), 70 mi away, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 171 mi away and LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 173 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Martha's Vineyard?
Popular options include Nantucket, Cape Cod National Seashore, Central Park, Times Square, Empire State Building and Hudson River.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) - 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 3:53 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
