Androscoggin County Climate
Androscoggin County, Maine
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
44.5°F
Annual Precip
47.9"
Annual Snowfall
78.3"
Extreme Heat Days
5
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
5b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
2,051
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Androscoggin County
Climate Verdict
Androscoggin County has a cool, averaging 44.5°F annually, moderately wet with 47.9 inches of annual precipitation, rare extreme heat with only 5.4799999999999995 days above 90°F annually, heavy winter snowfall averaging 78.3 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are very cold — January averages 18.7°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 68.8°F. Residents experience a substantial 50°F difference between winter and summer.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Androscoggin County closely matches the Maine statewide average temperature of 43.8°F.
Climate Profile
About Androscoggin County Weather
Cool continental climate in central Maine
Androscoggin’s annual average temperature of 44.5°F sits nearly 10 degrees below the national median. This reflects a classic New England cycle of cold winters and brief, pleasant summers.
Warmer than the Maine state average
The county’s 44.5°F annual average edges out the statewide baseline of 43.8°F. It ranks as one of the more temperate inland regions in the state.
A transition between coast and mountains
It remains slightly cooler than coastal Cumberland’s 45.3°F but is much milder than inland Franklin at 40.7°F. This makes it a climatic middle ground for the region.
Deep winter snow and summer spikes
Residents navigate 78.3 inches of annual snowfall and an average January temperature of 18.7°F. Summer brings approximately 5 days of extreme heat reaching 90°F or higher.
Prepare for snow and high humidity
Reliable snow removal equipment is essential for the 78.3 inches of annual accumulation. A heat pump provides efficient relief during the few 90°F summer days.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.