Maine – The cold hits hard in Caribou this morning, with temperatures at 13 degrees and wind chills dipping near minus 2. A northwest breeze gusting past 20 mph is driving that biting feel across Aroostook County. Frost clings to rooftops, and any untreated pavement remains slick.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, sunshine dominates today with a high near 25 degrees. Wind chills may fall as low as minus 7 at times. Northwest winds range from 8 to 13 mph, with gusts up to 23 mph.
Tonight turns partly cloudy and frigid, with lows near 3 degrees. Saturday brings increasing clouds and snow showers likely after 1 p.m. The chance of precipitation rises to 60 percent, with around one inch of new snow possible. Roads including Route 1 and Route 89 could turn snow-covered by late afternoon. Plan extra time if traveling Saturday evening.
Saturday night keeps a 30 percent chance of snow showers before 1 a.m., with lows near 7 and wind chills near minus 3. Sunday offers a break, turning mostly sunny with a high near 28.
Washington’s Birthday remains partly sunny and cold, with highs near 32. Monday night brings another 30 percent chance of snow, followed by additional light snow chances Tuesday. Highs moderate slightly into the upper 30s by Tuesday and lower 40s by midweek.
The 6- to 10-day outlook hints at gradual moderation, though winter remains firmly in control across northern Maine. Are you seeing blowing snow or icy roads this morning? Let us know what conditions look like in your area.
Five Day Outlook for Caribou, Maine:
Saturday: Snow showers likely after 1 p.m., high 25.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 28.
Monday (Washington’s Birthday): Partly sunny, high 32.
Tuesday: Chance of snow, high 38.
Wednesday: Chance of snow, high 32.
