Dressing for the Weather Sept./Oct.??? (hear)

[maja]

Originally Posted by AlisonL

I've been to Fryeburg Fair in early October when it has snowed and been colder than cold. Not the norm, but it can happen. You should be fine with what folks have told you to bring. You can always buy something in Maine if you have to.

Thanks for responding. Sounds like a reasonable suggestion

[maja]

Originally Posted by skytrekker

Autumns are generally mild in most of New England Maja

although southern New England in November is likely to be warmer then central Maine.

I have seen it 70 here in Connecticut during the first week of November many times.

The really chilly weather sets in first near the Canadian border in Early November and works itself south to the southern New England coast about 4 weeks later.

Chilly meaning temps in the 40s by day- near freezing or below by night.

Thanks for the specifics. I was guessing it would be cooler; but will pack accordingly - makes it easier!

[maja]

Originally Posted by mollysmiles

maja you're visiting at a beautiful time of year! As everyone has suggested, layers are perfect for fall. The cooler weather really starts to hit in November, and depending on where you are in Maine really determines (*most* of the time) when you'll get snow. I hope you have a wonderful time while you're here---what part of Maine are you visiting?


oh, rain ponchos are $.99 in the camping section at Wal-Mart

We will be staying at a timeshare exchange in Ogunquit. Don't know much about it other than it was about the only one that was available! Hope its nice. In any event, I doubt that we will be spending much time at the hotel. We plan on doing a lot of exploring and meet up one day with an old aquaintance of dh, who lives in Brunswick, I believe. Although, I have done a fair share of traveling and dh has traveled almost all over the world, neither of us has ever been to Maine but I have always been somewhat intrigued by it. We are very excited to come and check it out.

[mollysmiles]

Ogunquit is beautiful! I think you will enjoy your trip.... Brunswick is a nice area too! It's a large state, and I'm sure that you'll only be able to get a little taste of all there is to see, but usually that drives people to return again and again... and for some, it's enough to make them want to relocate!

[elston]

Be sure to walk the marginal way from Ogunquit to Perkins Cove.....then you can ride the open trolley back to Ogunquit. The Marginal Way is a spectacular scenic pathway that overlooks the beautiful rocks and surf and expanse of ocean and runs along some lovely seaside estates. Think beach roses, cedars, vistas and surf and salt air and sunshine. Once you get to Perkins Cove there are shops and boutiques and souviners and candy and cocktails or clam rolls.....enjoy.

[maja]

Originally Posted by elston

Be sure to walk the marginal way from Ogunquit to Perkins Cove.....then you can ride the open trolley back to Ogunquit. The Marginal Way is a spectacular scenic pathway that overlooks the beautiful rocks and surf and expanse of ocean and runs along some lovely seaside estates. Think beach roses, cedars, vistas and surf and salt air and sunshine. Once you get to Perkins Cove there are shops and boutiques and souviners and candy and cocktails or clam rolls.....enjoy.

Thanks for the suggestion. We won't miss it - scenery sounds spectacular and dh has a passion for trains, trolleys, streetcars... Sounds like the kids will enjoy it too.

[elston]

If you drive up Rt 1 to York, (not too far) the Maine Diner is a good resturant (what else: diner style) the food is good, relaxed atmosphere and the kids might enjoy going there; save room for pie!

[maja]

Originally Posted by elston

If you drive up Rt 1 to York, (not too far) the Maine Diner is a good resturant (what else: diner style) the food is good, relaxed atmosphere and the kids might enjoy going there; save room for pie!

Sounds good...we'll try it!

[dramamama6685]

Originally Posted by maja

Sounds good...we'll try it!

Have a slice of pie for me!! I bet you'd never thought you'd get so many of your questions answered by the fabulous Mainers on here!!! They've been so helpful to all of us "from away"!

[AliceT]

Beware the seasonal potholes in the roads. You'll know them as soon as your tires hit them. There are many areas in Maine between Sept/Oct particularly on state routes that these mysterious "potholes" occur. You won't feel the "dip" of a tire sinking into a hole, but you'll hear the crack and crunch when your tires make contact. It might even sound like firecrackers going off as your tires continue to roll. Not to worry - just the fallen apples from the gazillion apple trees lining roads in Maine.