Aroostook County Climate
Aroostook County, Maine
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
39.6°F
Annual Precip
40.3"
Annual Snowfall
100.2"
Extreme Heat Days
2
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
4a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
1,596
Favors cool-season crops
Seasonal Overview
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Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Aroostook County
Climate Verdict
Aroostook County has a cold, with an average annual temperature of 39.6°F, moderately wet with 40.3 inches of annual precipitation, rare extreme heat with only 1.8545454545454547 days above 90°F annually, heavy winter snowfall averaging 100.2 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are very cold — January averages 10.3°F. summers are pleasantly cool with July averaging 65.7°F. Residents experience a substantial 55°F difference between winter and summer.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Winter sports enthusiasts benefit from reliable snow cover for 3-4 months annually.
Regional Context
Aroostook County is 4.3°F cooler than the Maine statewide average of 43.8°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 7.4 inches less precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Aroostook County Weather
A truly northern, subarctic-leaning chill
With an average annual temperature of just 39.6°F, this county is significantly colder than the national median. It experiences one of the most rigorous northern climates in the contiguous United States.
Maine's coldest county by far
Aroostook’s 39.6°F annual average is the lowest in the state, falling well below the 43.8°F state average. Winter temperatures here average a biting 13.9°F from December through February.
Colder than all southern neighbors
It averages nearly 5 degrees cooler than Franklin County and over 7 degrees colder than the Maine coast. The distance from the ocean allows for more extreme and prolonged winter temperatures.
Extreme snowfall and rare summer heat
The county receives a staggering 100.2 inches of snow annually while only seeing 2 days of extreme heat. July averages remain a comfortable 65.7°F, offering a reprieve from national heatwaves.
Prioritize insulation and heavy-duty gear
Robust home insulation is a necessity to survive winters that average 13.9°F. Residents should invest in professional-grade snow blowers to manage the hundred-inch annual snowfall.
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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.