Acadia National Park Travel Guide
Acadia National Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Acadia National Park is a national park in Maine. Acadia National Park is a US national park known for granite coast, Cadillac Mountain sunrises.
Right now it is 50°F (10°C) in Acadia National Park with clear. It feels like 44°F. Today runs from 42°F to 59°F. Chance of precipitation is 8%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.2/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Acadia National Park is June, July, August and September. The climate is subarctic. January, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 69°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 14°F.
The closest major airport is Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), about 194 mi away. Nearby highlights include Baxter State Park, Mount Washington, Franconia Notch State Park and Cape Cod National Seashore.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 59°F is 4.7°F above the 54°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Acadia National Park today at 9.5/10. Gusts to 33 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Acadia National Park
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Coordinates: 44°20′19″N 68°16′23.9″W (44.3386, -68.2733)
Weather in Acadia National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:48 AM, Oct 5 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 53° / 36°
Overcast · 11% rain · wind 14 mph
☁️ 54° / 33°
Overcast · 3% rain · wind 19 mph
Quick facts about Acadia National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Maine |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 44°20′19″N 68°16′23.9″W (44.3386, -68.2733) |
| Established | 1919 |
| Known for | granite coast, Cadillac Mountain sunrises |
| Local time | 1:48 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Things to do in Acadia National Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Acadia National Park.
Best time to visit Acadia National Park
Go in June, July, August and September. 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.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 33 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Acadia National Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Logan International Airport | BOS | 194 mi | Boston |
| Montreal-Trudeau International Airport | YUL | 279 mi | Montreal |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Acadia National Park?
Acadia National Park is a national park in Maine. Its coordinates are 44.3386, -68.2733. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Acadia National Park right now?
It is currently 50°F (10°C) with clear. Humidity is 91% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Acadia National Park?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Acadia National Park, which has a subarctic climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Acadia National Park in?
Acadia National Park observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 1:48 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Acadia National Park?
The closest airports are Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), 194 mi away and Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), 279 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Acadia National Park?
Popular options include Baxter State Park, Mount Washington, Franconia Notch State Park, Cape Cod National Seashore, St. Lawrence River and Nantucket.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - 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 October 5, 2026 at 1:48 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
