Martha's Vineyard Travel Guide
Martha's Vineyard travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 69°F (20°C) in Martha's Vineyard with overcast. It feels like 74°F. Today runs from 67°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 25%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - 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 slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 73°F is 3.8°F below 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. fishing is the strongest bet in Martha's Vineyard today at 9.8/10. 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.
Map of Martha's Vineyard
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 41°23′19.7″N 70°38′43.8″W (41.3888, -70.6455)
Weather in Martha's Vineyard right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:48 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 73° / 67°
Overcast · 25% rain · wind 9 mph
🌧️ 77° / 69°
Rain · 29% rain · wind 9 mph
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 | 6:48 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Things to do in Martha's Vineyard
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Martha's Vineyard.
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Martha's Vineyard
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Logan International Airport | BOS | 70 mi | Boston |
| John F. Kennedy International Airport | JFK | 171 mi | New York City |
| LaGuardia Airport | LGA | 173 mi | New York City |
| Newark Liberty International Airport | EWR | 190 mi | New Jersey |
| Philadelphia International Airport | PHL | 263 mi | Philadelphia |
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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 69°F (20°C) with overcast. Humidity is 93% and wind is 2 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 6:48 AM.
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. |
|---|---|
| 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 23, 2026 at 6:48 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
