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Augusta, ME Snow Forecast: Under 1 Inch Possible Nov. 13
Augusta, ME – Residents across parts of Maine and New Hampshire could see rain transition to snow overnight Thursday, Nov. 12, into Friday, Nov. 13, as colder air moves across the region, bringing the
By Lauren Beckett · 2026-11-12T21:48:46.402Z
Augusta, ME – Residents across parts of Maine and New Hampshire could see rain transition to snow overnight Thursday, Nov. 12, into Friday, Nov. 13, as colder air moves across the region, bringing the possibility of light accumulations and slippery conditions.
According to the National Weather Service in Gray, Maine, rain was spreading across southern portions of the region Thursday afternoon, with brief pockets of ice pellets and snow flurries already possible.
Forecasters expect rain and snow to continue overnight, with higher elevation communities most likely to experience accumulating snowfall.
The latest snowfall projection indicates less than 1 inch of snow is expected in Augusta and many surrounding communities, including portions of central and southern Maine.
Locations near Lewiston, Auburn, Portland and parts of western Maine could also experience brief periods of snow or mixed precipitation before conditions improve Friday.
The National Weather Service hourly forecast shows precipitation changing from rain to snow or a wintry mix during the early morning hours in several communities.
In Augusta, snow chances increase after midnight, with periods of snow possible through Friday morning.
Farther south, Portland and coastal communities are expected to experience mainly rain, although brief wintry precipitation remains possible during the overnight hours.
Across New Hampshire, communities including Concord, Laconia and Lebanon could see periods of rain transitioning to snow before Friday morning.
Motorists traveling along Interstate 95, Interstate 93 and other regional highways should remain alert for changing visibility and potentially slick conditions, particularly in elevated areas.
While widespread heavy snowfall is not anticipated, the timing of the overnight changeover could affect some early Friday commuters.
The National Weather Service emphasized that higher terrain locations are favored for the greatest snowfall accumulations.
Residents are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts as precipitation continues through the overnight period.