Maine

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Introduction

Geography

Cities

• Auburn
• Augusta is the state capital.
• Bangor
• Biddeford
• Brunswick
• Camden
• Freeport is a town north of Portland that has many shops and outlet stores.
• Lewiston
• Portland is the state's largest city.
• Sanford
• Scarborough
• South Portland

Sights and Activities

• Acadia National Park
• Popham Beach, a beautiful beach

Events and Festivals

Weather

Summers last from June to September and are nice and warm, between 25 °C and 30 °C during the day and between 15 °C and 20 °C at night. Winters last from December to March with average daytime temperatures mostly around freezing point or slightly above. Nights are well below freezing point during this time. Precipitation is quite evenly distributed throughout the year, with sometimes very heavy snowfall in winter. During summer, heavy showers can occur, especially after periods of hot weather.

Getting There

By Plane

By Train

The Downeaster travels between Boston, Massachusetts and Portland in Maine, stopping a few other cities in Maine as well.

By Car

By Bus

By Boat

Getting Around

By Plane

By Train

By Car

By Bus

Portland, ME-Metro Bus Service travels all around the city

By Boat

Eat

Drink

Sleep