January
Temperature
-7.5°C
-12.8°C to -2.2°C
Precipitation
81mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
0
Local Events
Events
No major events scheduled for January.
Bar Harbor
Maine,United States
Bar Harbor sits on Mount Desert Island in Maine and serves as the welcoming gateway to Acadia National Park. You can stroll historic New England streets and the Shore Path, dig into fresh lobster at classic seafood shacks, or watch sunrise from nearby Cadillac Mountain. Boat tours, including whale watching and island cruises, depart from the harbor, and miles of carriage roads and coastal trails invite you to hike, bike, and soak in ocean and mountain views. Come explore and breathe the salty air.
Best Time to Visit
Optimal months for general travel based on weather, popularity, and local insights.
Things to Do
Explore popular activities, attractions, and places to visit in Bar Harbor.
Explore Acadia National Park from Bar Harbor
Just minutes from Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park puts you on rugged granite coastlines, forested trails and the scenic Park Loop Road. Hike Cadillac Mountain, wander the historic carriage roads, and pause at Jordan Pond or Thunder Hole for classic coastal views, then go explore.
Stroll the Shore Path and Relax in Agamont Park
Stroll the short, scenic Shore Path that begins at the town pier and traces Bar Harbor’s rocky waterfront for classic views of Frenchman Bay and passing sailboats. Then relax on the grassy knoll of Agamont Park at the head of Main Street, soak up the harbor panorama, and plan your next adventure.
Catch the sunrise on Cadillac Mountain
Drive the paved Cadillac Summit Road or hike to the 1,530-foot summit in Acadia National Park, the highest point on the U.S. Atlantic coast. For parts of the year you may be among the first in the United States to see the sunrise, so arrive early for sweeping views of Frenchman Bay and the islands.
Sea-kayak or go whale-watching from Bar Harbor
Paddle past rocky inlets, granite cliffs and quiet coves along the Acadia coastline on a guided or self-guided sea-kayak trip. Or join a seasonal boat tour from Bar Harbor to look for whales, seals and seabirds.
Savor local seafood and explore historic downtown
Wander Main Street's shops and cafés, then savor freshly caught lobster, Maine blueberries, and other local seafood as you soak up the town's historic summer-resort charm. Bring an appetite and linger by the waterfront.
Monthly Details
Temperature
-7.5°C
-12.8°C to -2.2°C
Precipitation
81mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
0
Local Events
Events
No major events scheduled for January.
Temperature
-6.1°C
-11.7°C to -0.4°C
Precipitation
60mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
0
Local Events
Events
No major events scheduled for February.
Temperature
-0.8°C
-6.0°C to 4.5°C
Precipitation
82mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
0
Local Events
Events
No major events scheduled for March.
Temperature
6.0°C
0.2°C to 11.8°C
Precipitation
92mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
1
Local Events
Events
Easter Egg Hunt & Brunch at the Bar Harbor Inn
A cheerful community event featuring a giant egg hunt and family brunchings to mark the start of spring in the town.
April (mid-month)
Temperature
12.5°C
6.3°C to 18.7°C
Precipitation
85mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
1
Local Events
Events
Acadia Birding Festival
Birding enthusiasts gather to observe spring migration on Mount Desert Island with guided walks, workshops and field trips.
Late May (annual)
Temperature
17.6°C
11.4°C to 23.7°C
Precipitation
98mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
1
Local Events
Events
Acadia Half Marathon & 10K
A scenic race through Bar Harbor and surrounding parklands, followed by music, food and celebration in the town.
Early June (annual)
Temperature
20.9°C
14.8°C to 26.9°C
Precipitation
80mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
2
Local Events
Events
Dawnland Festival of Arts & Ideas
An immersive festival celebrating Wabanaki art, storytelling, music and Indigenous culture near Bar Harbor.
July
Bar Harbor Music Festival
A summer-long series of classical music concerts, recitals and outdoor performances held throughout the region.
July (annual)
Temperature
20.1°C
13.9°C to 26.3°C
Precipitation
78mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
1
Local Events
Events
Bar Harbor Fine Arts Festival
Outdoor art show featuring regional artists on the waterfront grounds, perfect for browsing, shopping and enjoying summer evenings.
August
Temperature
15.5°C
9.4°C to 21.7°C
Precipitation
96mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
1
Local Events
Events
Acadia Night Sky Festival
Telescopes, guided stargazing and astronomy talks take place under dark skies around Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park.
September (mid-month)
Temperature
9.0°C
3.4°C to 14.5°C
Precipitation
116mm
High
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
0
Local Events
Events
No major events scheduled for October.
Temperature
2.9°C
-1.8°C to 7.7°C
Precipitation
98mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
1
Local Events
Events
Thanksgiving Weekend in Bar Harbor
The town’s quieter season begins with special holiday meals, nature walks and early-winter charm by the sea.
Late November
Temperature
-3.4°C
-8.2°C to 1.4°C
Precipitation
95mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
0
Local Events
Events
No major events scheduled for December.
February
Best Time
Temperature
-6.1°C
-11.7°C to -0.4°C
Precipitation
60mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
0
Local Events
Events
No major events scheduled for February.
March
Best Time
Temperature
-0.8°C
-6.0°C to 4.5°C
Precipitation
82mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
0
Local Events
Events
No major events scheduled for March.
April
Best Time
Temperature
6.0°C
0.2°C to 11.8°C
Precipitation
92mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
1
Local Events
Events
Easter Egg Hunt & Brunch at the Bar Harbor Inn
A cheerful community event featuring a giant egg hunt and family brunchings to mark the start of spring in the town.
April (mid-month)
May
Temperature
12.5°C
6.3°C to 18.7°C
Precipitation
85mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
1
Local Events
Events
Acadia Birding Festival
Birding enthusiasts gather to observe spring migration on Mount Desert Island with guided walks, workshops and field trips.
Late May (annual)
June
Temperature
17.6°C
11.4°C to 23.7°C
Precipitation
98mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
1
Local Events
Events
Acadia Half Marathon & 10K
A scenic race through Bar Harbor and surrounding parklands, followed by music, food and celebration in the town.
Early June (annual)
July
Temperature
20.9°C
14.8°C to 26.9°C
Precipitation
80mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
2
Local Events
Events
Dawnland Festival of Arts & Ideas
An immersive festival celebrating Wabanaki art, storytelling, music and Indigenous culture near Bar Harbor.
July
Bar Harbor Music Festival
A summer-long series of classical music concerts, recitals and outdoor performances held throughout the region.
July (annual)
August
Temperature
20.1°C
13.9°C to 26.3°C
Precipitation
78mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
1
Local Events
Events
Bar Harbor Fine Arts Festival
Outdoor art show featuring regional artists on the waterfront grounds, perfect for browsing, shopping and enjoying summer evenings.
August
September
Temperature
15.5°C
9.4°C to 21.7°C
Precipitation
96mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
1
Local Events
Events
Acadia Night Sky Festival
Telescopes, guided stargazing and astronomy talks take place under dark skies around Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park.
September (mid-month)
October
Temperature
9.0°C
3.4°C to 14.5°C
Precipitation
116mm
High
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
0
Local Events
Events
No major events scheduled for October.
November
Temperature
2.9°C
-1.8°C to 7.7°C
Precipitation
98mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
1
Local Events
Events
Thanksgiving Weekend in Bar Harbor
The town’s quieter season begins with special holiday meals, nature walks and early-winter charm by the sea.
Late November
December
Temperature
-3.4°C
-8.2°C to 1.4°C
Precipitation
95mm
Moderate
Popularity
Waiting on more survey data to show popularity.
Events
0
Local Events
Events
No major events scheduled for December.
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