The Plains, MA
Historical community (former settlement) in Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Plains is a historical community (former settlement) in Nantucket County, Massachusetts. It is 1.4 miles W of Madaket, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 02554.
The Plains at a glance
- State
- Massachusetts
- County
- Nantucket County
- ZIP code
- 02554
- Nearest town
- Madaket (1.4 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 41.2750, -70.1583
Weather in The Plains now
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The Plains weather by the hour
The Plains weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of The Plains.
This week in The Plains
Sunrise, sunset and moon in The Plains
What is the weather usually like in The Plains?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Augustwarmest month · 76°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 27°F average low
- 40.9 inprecipitation per year · 1,038 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit The Plains: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station NANTUCKET MEM AP, MA US (USW00014756), adjusted for the elevation of The Plains.
The Plains weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in The Plains through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:02 AM | 4:37 PM | 9 h 35 min |
| February | 6:33 AM | 5:15 PM | 10 h 42 min |
| March | 6:50 AM | 6:48 PM | 11 h 58 min |
| April | 5:59 AM | 7:22 PM | 13 h 22 min |
| May | 5:20 AM | 7:53 PM | 14 h 33 min |
| June | 5:05 AM | 8:17 PM | 15 h 11 min |
| July | 5:19 AM | 8:14 PM | 14 h 54 min |
| August | 5:48 AM | 7:41 PM | 13 h 52 min |
| September | 6:19 AM | 6:51 PM | 12 h 31 min |
| October | 6:51 AM | 6:01 PM | 11 h 10 min |
| November | 6:27 AM | 4:22 PM | 9 h 55 min |
| December | 6:57 AM | 4:13 PM | 9 h 16 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in The Plains?
The Plains has a oceanic climate. The warmest month is August, with an average high of 76°F (24°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 27°F (-3°C).
It gets about 40.9 inches (1,038 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is October and the driest is July.
The best time to visit The Plains is June to September. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near The Plains
The closest live webcam is Edgartown › South-east, 19.9 miles NW of The Plains.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from The Plains.
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Questions about The Plains
Where is The Plains, MA?
The Plains is a historical community (former settlement) in Nantucket County, Massachusetts, 1.4 miles W of Madaket.
What county is The Plains in?
The Plains is in Nantucket County, Massachusetts.
What is the ZIP code of The Plains, MA?
The ZIP code for The Plains is 02554.
What is the nearest town to The Plains?
Madaket, 1.4 miles away.
Are there webcams near The Plains?
Yes. The closest is Edgartown › South-east, 19.9 miles away.
What is the hottest month in The Plains?
August, with an average high of 76°F (24°C).
What is the coldest month in The Plains?
January, with an average low of 27°F (-3°C).
How much does it rain in The Plains?
About 40.9 inches (1,038 mm) a year; the wettest month is October.
Does it snow in The Plains?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit The Plains?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does The Plains have?
Oceanic (Köppen Cfb).
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