Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Maine in October
The year's rain peaks now, with about 5.5 in (139 mm) falling in Maine, alongside highs near 58°F (14°C) and lows of 40°F (5°C).
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 67/100, 6th of 12.
- Avg high
- 58°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 40°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 5.5 in (139 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 62%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 44 min
- Comfort score
- 67/100 · Good
What October feels like
Days are mild at around 58°F (14°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 40°F (5°C).
Expect regular rain: about 5.5 in (139 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around October
October sits mid-table; the best months are September.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (October – December), which brings about 14.3 in (363 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 87/100 in September to 67/100.
- October sits inside the Sep – Oct window our New England Fall Foliage route recommends.
What to pack for October
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 40°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Maine in October
With 5.5 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Jordan Pond House
Popovers and tea on the lawn facing Jordan Pond and the Bubbles, a tradition since the 1890s.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.5 in of rain.
Atlantic Brewing Company
Bar Harbor brewery with a tasting room and Mainely Meat BBQ on site.
Why now Easy to slot in when October's rain moves in.
Thurston's Lobster Pound
Dockside pound in Bernard: pick a lobster by weight and eat it on the deck over the harbor.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter October days.
Cadillac Mountain
Highest point on the Atlantic coast and one of the first U.S. spots to see sunrise in fall.
Park Loop Road
27-mile road linking Acadia's lakes, cliffs and beaches, mostly one-way.
Nearby in October
- Portland, Maine in October~51 mi · highs 56°F, 5.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- White Mountains in October~75 mi · highs 36°F, 5.1 in rain or snow · 12°C (22°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Portsmouth in October~99 mi · highs 58°F, 5.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- New Hampshire in October~118 mi · highs 60°F, 4.9 in rain · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Maine in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Maine?
It's middling, scoring 67/100. The best months are September, at up to 87. Expect highs of 58°F (14°C) and 5.5 in (139 mm) of rain. October is inside the Sep – Oct window our New England Fall Foliage route recommends.
How cold is Maine in October?
Average highs are 58°F (14°C) and average lows 40°F (5°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Maine in October?
Yes: about 5.5 in (139 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 48.9 in (1241 mm).
What should I pack for Maine in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 40°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in October
- New England Fall Foliage Sep – Oct
Planning Maine in October?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.