April · United States
Best time to visit Bar Harbor in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Bar Harbor in April
Average temperature 6°C, 109 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
6.6/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 6°C
- Rainfall
- 109 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Bar Harbor scores 6.6/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 6°C, 109 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Bar Harbor is a nature and wildlife destination in United States. Its setting includes Coastal Maine village serving as the primary gateway to Acadia National Park and lobster dining.
April in Bar Harbor: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Expect 6°C (42°F) in April. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
109 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 6.6/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 8.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Bar Harbor — 1.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Bar Harbor in April?
- In April, Bar Harbor averages 6°C, 109 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.6/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Bar Harbor?
- April earns a 6.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Bar Harbor in April?
- Expect about 109 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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