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Weather in Mount Desert, ME

Updated 2026-09-26 12:00 local time · ZIP codes 04660

Overcast
Now59°F

Overcast

High / Low59° / 54°
Rain chance88%
Wind21 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

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High Surf Advisory issued September 26 at 1:49AM EDT until September 27 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Caribou ME

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 5 to 9 feet. Highest waves will impact the outermost islands. High risk of rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Hancock County. * WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 8 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Large waves can present a danger to people on rocks above the water. Stay away from rock outcrops along the shoreline exposed to ocean waves, as waves can easily sweep people into the cold ocean water.

Safety instructions

A High Surf Advisory Means That High Surf Will Affect Beaches In The Advisory area...producing rip currents and localized beach erosion.

Small Craft Advisory issued September 26 at 1:52AM EDT until September 28 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Caribou ME

* WHAT...Northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft. * WHERE...Intra Coastal Waters from Schoodic Point, ME to Stonington, ME. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

Safety instructions

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

Small Craft Advisory issued September 26 at 7:55AM EDT until September 28 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Caribou ME

* WHAT...Northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 6 ft. * WHERE...Intra Coastal Waters from Schoodic Point, ME to Stonington, ME. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

Safety instructions

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

Hourly

Next hours

NowOvercast59°17% rain
1 PMPatchy rain nearby59°22% rain
2 PMPatchy rain nearby57°24% rain
3 PMPatchy rain nearby57°22% rain
4 PMLight drizzle57°45% rain
5 PMPatchy rain nearby57°30% rain
6 PMOvercast58°18% rain
7 PMLight rain shower58°33% rain
8 PMPatchy rain nearby59°26% rain
9 PMModerate rain58°82% rain
10 PMHeavy rain54°94% rain
11 PMLight rain54°81% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Patchy rain nearby
59° 54°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 88%Gust 28 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Patchy rain nearby
57° 55°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 86%Gust 33 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Light rain shower
56° 53°Light rain shower
Rain 92%Gust 31 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like47°F
Humidity68%
Pressure30.04 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind21 mph NE
Wind gusts32 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index4
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:25 AM
Sunset06:24 PM
Moonrise06:10 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour12 PM · 59°F
Coolest hour10 PM · 54°F
Highest rain chance10 PM · 94%
Strongest gusts11 AM · 48 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 94% over the next 12 hours.

A jacket or sweater is a good idea

It feels like 47°F with winds near 21 mph.

Best window: 12 PM

59°F, 17% rain chance and 21 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 45 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 59°F, wind 21 mph, rain chance up to 94%.

Moderate UV protection recommended

UV index is 4. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.

Local weather characteristics in Mount Desert

Maine has cold winters, mild summers and strong coastal influence in the east. Snow, nor'easters and rapid temperature changes are common in the colder season.

Mount Desert is part of the Northeast weather region. The forecast point is near 44.32°N latitude and 68.37°W longitude. Local temperature, wind and precipitation can still differ from nearby places, especially where terrain, coastlines or urban development create small-scale weather changes.

Mount Desert weather today

Overcast and 59°F in Mount Desert, ME. Today's high is 59°F with a 88% rain chance. Winds are around 21 mph with gusts near 32 mph. Relative humidity is 68%, pressure is 30.04 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Mount Desert

Sunrise is at 06:25 AM and sunset is at 06:24 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Patchy rain nearby with a high near 57°F and a low near 55°F. The maximum rain chance is 86%.

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