Geography of Nantucket
Geography of Nantucket: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Nantucket
Martha's Vineyard is 29 mi to the west, Cape Cod National Seashore is 47 mi to the north, Newport is 64 mi to the west and Providence is 77 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 41°17′0.6″N 70°5′58.2″W (41.2835, -70.0995)
Quick facts about Nantucket
| Type | Island |
|---|---|
| State | Massachusetts |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 41°17′0.6″N 70°5′58.2″W (41.2835, -70.0995) |
| Known for | whaling history and grey-shingled cottages |
| Local time | 2:46 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Nantucket is an island in Massachusetts. Nantucket is an island known for whaling history and grey-shingled cottages.
Right now it is 72°F (22°C) in Nantucket with clear. It feels like 76°F. Today runs from 69°F to 81°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Nantucket is June and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 72°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 30°F.
The closest major airport is Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), about 88 mi away. Nearby highlights include Martha's Vineyard, Cape Cod National Seashore, Central Park and Times Square.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 81°F is 9.9°F above the 71°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. stargazing is the strongest bet in Nantucket today at 9.9/10. 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.
Climate in Nantucket 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° | 30° | 3,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 37° | 31° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 44° | 38° | 5,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 48° | 44° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 55° | 52° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 65° | 61° | 1,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 72° | 68° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 71° | 67° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 67° | 64° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 61° | 57° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 52° | 46° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 45° | 37° | 3,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Nantucket?
Nantucket is an island in Massachusetts. Its coordinates are 41.2835, -70.0995. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Nantucket right now?
It is currently 72°F (22°C) with clear. Humidity is 88% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Nantucket?
June and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Nantucket, which has a temperate climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Nantucket in?
Nantucket observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 2:46 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Nantucket?
The closest airports are Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), 88 mi away, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 197 mi away and LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 200 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Nantucket?
Popular options include Martha's Vineyard, 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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 25, 2026 at 2:46 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
