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Retirement Living In Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel - the Kennebunks - Maine


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Though Kennebunkport is frequently on the news as the the home of George H.W. Bush, New Englanders have enjoyed this quiet coastal Maine community - made up of Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel - for years. In hot weather, beaches are a major draw, but the many small boutiques, art galleries and top-notch restaurants appeal to visitors and residents alike. Kennebunk has been designated a senior-friendly community, and has been quietly growing into a healthcare center for the region. A variety of housing options ranging from condos to private homes, apartments and senior living facilities make the Kennebunks very popular with retirees from around the country.

Includes Cities/Towns: Kennebunk, Kennebunkport.

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Public transportation


Amtrak, seasonal trolleys, some buses

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Southern Maine Health Care is in very close proximity to our area, as is Maine medical. We are just an hour away from top-notch facilities in Boston, and the new home to the New England Cancer Care Center.


What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel - the Kennebunks, Maine?

For those of you that retire in Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel - the Kennebu, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!

Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the mid 20's and highs in the mid 30's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 10's. You may have a few days below 0°. Expect some rainy days in the winter. Assume some snowy days in the Winter with a lot of days with snow remaining on the ground.

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel - the Kennebu such as a movie, a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cold with averages in the mid 40's and highs in the mid 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 30's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Spring, great for a day of shopping in Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel - the Kennebu!

Summertime in Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel - the Kennebu is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the mid 60's and highs in the upper 70's. Nights are cool with lows in the mid 50's. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Summer.

If you retire in Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel - the Kennebu, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 40's and highs in the upper 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 30's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Fall.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  13 F°  22 F°  32 F°
 Feb  15 F°  25 F°  35 F°
 Mar  24 F°  33 F°  43 F°
 Apr  34 F°  44 F°  54 F°
 May  43 F°  54 F°  65 F°
 Jun  53 F°  63 F°  74 F°
 Jul  58 F°  69 F°  79 F°
 Aug  57 F°  67 F°  78 F°
 Sep  49 F°  60 F°  70 F°
 Oct  38 F°  49 F°  59 F°
 Nov  30 F°  39 F°  48 F°
 Dec  20 F°  29 F°  38 F°

Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days

 Month  Days Greater Than 90 F°  Days Less Than 32 F°  Days Less Than 0 F°
 Jan  0  30  5
 Feb  0  26  3
 Mar  0  25  1
 Apr  0  13  0
 May  0  2  0
 Jun  1  0  0
 Jul  2  0  0
 Aug  1  0  0
 Sep  0  1  0
 Oct  0  9  0
 Nov  0  19  0
 Dec  0  28  1

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  4 "  11  13 %
 Feb  4 "  9  15 %
 Mar  5 "  11  22 %
 Apr  5 "  11  32 %
 May  4 "  13  42 %
 Jun  4 "  12  54 %
 Jul  4 "  11  60 %
 Aug  4 "  10  59 %
 Sep  4 "  10  52 %
 Oct  5 "  11  40 %
 Nov  5 "  11  30 %
 Dec  4 "  11  20 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  17 "  22  7
 Feb  12 "  21  5
 Mar  12 "  15  4
 Apr  2 "  2  1
 May  0 "  0  0
 Jun  0 "  0  0
 Jul  0 "  0  0
 Aug  0 "  0  0
 Sep  0 "  0  0
 Oct  0 "  0  0
 Nov  1 "  1  1
 Dec  12 "  13  5


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Cost of Living for Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel - the Kennebunks, ME

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Senior Assistance in Kennebunk, Kennebunkport and Arundel - the Kennebunks, ME

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