Maine HVAC Climate Zones

Maine spans 2 IECC climate zones. Find your exact zone, design temperatures, and get free Manual J load calculations for any Maine location.

Find Your Maine Climate Zone

Climate Zones in Maine

Climate Zone 6A

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Cold - Humid

Design Temperatures

Winter
-9°F
Summer
89°F
Wet Bulb
73°F

IECC 2021 Requirements

Wall:R-20
Roof:R-49
Floor:R-30
Window U:0.3

Load Characteristic

Heating-Dominated
humid Climate

Climate Zone 7

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Very Cold

Design Temperatures

Winter
-18°F
Summer
87°F
Wet Bulb
70°F

IECC 2021 Requirements

Wall:R-20
Roof:R-60
Floor:R-38
Window U:0.3

Load Characteristic

Heating-Dominated
moist Climate

Recommended Equipment for Maine

Based on Climate Zone 6A (Cold - Humid), here are typical HVAC equipment specifications for Maine installations.

Heating Systems

Gas furnace (96%+ AFUE)
Boiler
Cold climate heat pump
Typical AFUE Rating
96-98%

Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency for Maine furnaces

Cooling Systems

AC (13-15 SEER)
Typical SEER Rating
13-15 SEER

Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio for Maine AC systems

Why Accurate Climate Data Matters in Maine

Accurate Sizing

Maine's climate zone data ensures proper equipment sizing. No more callbacks from oversized or undersized systems.

Code Compliance

Maine building departments require IECC-compliant Manual J calculations. Our tool uses official Maine climate data.

Energy Savings

Right-sized systems based on Maine climate data reduce energy costs for homeowners and improve your reputation.

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