The climate in Orono, ME is fairly mild and pleasant. Summers tend to be warm and humid, with temperatures generally in the mid-70s F (24 C) during the day. Winters are cold, but typically not too severe, with temperatures averaging around 26 F (-3 C), although they can sometimes dip below zero. Snowfall is relatively light compared to other parts of New England, usually ranging from 20 to 30 inches (50-76 cm) each year. Spring and fall are generally mild and pleasant, making for great outdoor activities throughout the year.
Orono, Maine gets 42 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Orono averages 69 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 178 sunny days per year in Orono. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Orono gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 121 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 80 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 7
Rain: averages 42 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 69 inches of snow a year