Historical monthly weather
Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.
Sweet spotPeak May, Jul, Aug. Go in Jun for similar weather.
Sunny share of daylightMay · 43%
WarmestJul · 64°F
WettestJul
Best windowJul–Sep
Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source
2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data
The Appalachian Trail's northern terminus and its heart-stopping Knife Edge.
Best time to visit
Aim for Jul–Sep, the 3 months that line up best.
The route
The classic way in is the Knife Edge. Nearest airport is BGR.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mount Katahdin?
The best time to visit Mount Katahdin is July–September, in Baxter State Park, Maine, United States.
Where is Mount Katahdin?
Mount Katahdin is in Baxter State Park, Maine, United States. The nearest major airport is BGR.
What is Mount Katahdin known for?
The Appalachian Trail's northern terminus and its heart-stopping Knife Edge.