Acadia · January · Maine
Acadia National Park in January
January is a fair month for Acadia National Park, with some limitations. It is one of the quietest times to go. Highs average 28°F and lows 15°F, with about 3.87 inches of rain.
January is rated fair at Acadia. Consider Jun, Sep–Oct instead.
What to expect
Honest take: January is not the month for Acadia. Most of the Park Loop Road closes, and the carriage roads become cross-country ski trails.
Use the free Island Explorer bus in summer and fall to skip the parking battle.
Good to know
- Best months overall: Jun, Sep–Oct.
- Closest airport: Bar Harbor (BHB), about 20 minutes; Bangor (BGR), about 1 hour.
- Before you go: Cadillac Summit Road requires vehicle reservations for much of the year. Check current conditions on nps.gov.
Questions
Is January a good time to visit Acadia National Park?
January is a fair month for Acadia National Park, with some limitations. It is one of the quietest times to go. Highs average 28°F and lows 15°F, with about 3.87 inches of rain.
What is the weather like in Acadia National Park in January?
Highs average 28°F and lows 15°F, with about 3.87 inches of rain. Conditions are fair this month, so check the month-by-month ratings before you commit.
How crowded is Acadia National Park in January?
January is one of the quietest months at Acadia National Park.