Bar Harbor Travel Guide
Bar Harbor travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 56°F (13°C) in Bar Harbor with clear. It feels like 54°F. Today runs from 55°F to 64°F. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.5/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
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 cooler than average for September. The forecast high of 64°F is 6.1°F below the 71°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in Bar Harbor today at 8.5/10. Visibility is down to 2,0 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Bar Harbor
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 44°23′15.4″N 68°12′14″W (44.3876, -68.2039)
Weather in Bar Harbor right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 5:05 PM, Sep 17 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 62° / 44°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 10 mph
🌦️ 59° / 45°
Light drizzle · 30% rain · wind 13 mph
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 | 5:05 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Continental |
Things to do in Bar Harbor
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Bar Harbor.
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 64°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Bar Harbor
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Logan International Airport | BOS | 198 mi | Boston |
| Montreal-Trudeau International Airport | YUL | 281 mi | Montreal |
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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 56°F (13°C) with clear. Humidity is 85% and wind is 5 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 5:05 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 September 17, 2026 at 5:05 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
