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The temperatures are going up and down like a yoyo right now. Yesterday it got up to about 28 degrees Celsius (82) and by late afternoon it was down to 64.

 

Take layers and be sure to have a waterproof jacket with hood and a fleece sweater or similar to go under it.

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We just returned. The weather was beautiful on shore (sunny and low 70's) but if you're doing an excursion that includes being out on the water, be prepared that it will be quite a bit colder. Many were wearing hoods, etc. I recommend to be prepared with layers.

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We sailed on these days several years ago. It was 80f and sunny in Portland and Bar Harbor . In Nova Scotia and New Brunswick it was colder about 60f and a mix of showers , clouds and sun.

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Since you're from the south, I would imagine you're used to warm weather. Definitely take a windbreaker, and a sweater, turtleneck, or perhaps a light fleece. And perhaps an umbrella. The northeast is very warm right now, but not sure how long it will last--fall weather can change on a dime.

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As mentioned, layers will be a necessity. A HEAVY coat - as opposed to a WATERPROOF coat - is not, as it only helps when it's cold and you could easily face rain in perfectly pleasant temperatures. Clothes on this type of vaycay should use the same principle as Alton Brown's kitchen appliances - No Monotaskers!

 

Umbrellas - mostly a waste of time as with rain often comes wind, not to mentioned narrow sidewalks in historic old NE towns are deathtraps when idiots wield umbrellas with their pokey bits at face level... A thin but waterproof top layer also cuts wind, but if it's not actually cold when it's raining you won't overheat like you would with a thick coat. T-shirts and sweatshirts are readily bought as mentioned, making useful mid-layers for warmth if you didn't bring enough with you, and also double as souvenirs. Stockings or long undies worn under pants/skirt are very handy to keep your legs toasty, especially if wind is whipping about - most folks are pretty good about having enough layers on their torsos, but legs get forgotten about by many.

 

For someone not used to the cold gloves, hat and scarf are probably the most useful things to bring - toque/beanie/watchcaps roll up small, and a fleece scarf & gloves can even be rolled up inside the hat for when you don't need them. Extra socks in your daypack are handy when your feet get wet, or as impromptu mittens (warmer than gloves) if it's unusually cold. While you won't be glacier-spotting like an AK cruise, wind chill and ship movement can still easily drop the temp 'real feel' by 20F and turn a pleasant day into a dang chilly one on deck. Don't be That Guy/Gal who has to keep giving up your good spot at the railing to run inside and warm up!

 

And don't forget sunblock and sunglasses - even if it's nippy out you can get burnt easily on the water.

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