Bar Harbor in August

Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.

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Bar Harbor weather in August

Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers. Average highs of 23°C and lows of 17°C, with around 9 rainy days expected throughout the month.

✦ This is a recommended month to visit Bar Harbor. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.

Average high
23°C
Average low
17°C
Rainy days
9 days
Best months to visit
July, August

What to do in Bar Harbor in August

Whatever the weather, Bar Harbor rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:

Explore Dine Culture Nature Shopping Day trips

What to pack for August

Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.

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January
0C
Cold, with some rainy days.
February
0C
Cold, with some rainy days.
March
3C
Cold, with some rainy days.
April
9C
Cold, with some rainy days.
May
14C
Cool, with some rainy days.
June
19C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
July
23C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
August (you are here)
23C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
September
19C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
October
14C
Cool, with some rainy days.
November
8C
Cold, with some rainy days.
December
3C
Cold, with some rainy days.

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