Kennebec County Climate

Kennebec County, Maine

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec45.7°AVG °F

Avg Annual Temp

45.7°F

Annual Precip

44.9"

Annual Snowfall

77.2"

Extreme Heat Days

5.233333333333333

days >= 90°F/yr

Monthly Temperature

54.4°F avgJFMAMJJASOND

Precipitation Calendar

Dry
Wet= snowfall
3.3"
2.7"
3.5"
3.9"
3.4"
4.1"
3.3"
3.5"
3.9"
5.0"
4.2"
4.1"
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Seasonal Overview

Comfort ZoneSpring31°55°10.9"Summer64°70°10.9"Fall38°61°13.1"Winter20°27°10.0"20°40°60°80°100°

National Comparison

Warmer than 15% of US counties
Wetter than 56% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 76% of US counties

Climate Profile

About Kennebec County Weather

Classic Maine climate in the heartland

Kennebec’s 45.7°F average annual temperature is cooler than the national median but typical for the Northeast. It experiences a traditional four-season cycle with distinct, cold winters.

Warmer than the state baseline

The county's 45.7°F average is nearly 2 degrees warmer than the 43.8°F Maine baseline. It ranks in the warmer half of Maine's 16 counties.

Mirrors the southern coastal counties

Its climate closely matches Cumberland County, though it sits slightly further from immediate ocean influence. It is significantly milder than the 40.7°F average found in Franklin to the northwest.

Predictable snow and warmer summer peaks

Residents manage 77.2 inches of snowfall and 5 days of extreme heat over 90°F. The July average of 69.9°F is one of the warmest in the state.

Balanced HVAC is the best investment

A heat pump is ideal for the 5 days of extreme heat and the 22.8°F average winter lows. Expect to use your snow shovel frequently given the 77.2 inches of annual accumulation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average temperature in Kennebec County?
The average annual temperature in Kennebec County, ME is 45.7°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Kennebec County get?
Kennebec County receives an average of 44.9 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
Does it snow in Kennebec County?
Yes, Kennebec County receives an average of 77.2 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Kennebec County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Kennebec County is 67.6°F. The county experiences an average of 5.233333333333333 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Kennebec County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Kennebec County is 22.8°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 19.6°F.

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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.

Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.

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