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Caribou, ME Weather Alert: Snow, 40 MPH Gusts Oct. 16–17
CARIBOU, ME – Northern and eastern Maine residents face a rapidly changing weather pattern Friday, October 16, as early season snow, widespread rain and strengthening winds move across the region. Win
By Dylan Reeves · 2026-10-16T10:16:44.971Z
CARIBOU, ME – Northern and eastern Maine residents face a rapidly changing weather pattern Friday, October 16, as early season snow, widespread rain and strengthening winds move across the region. Wind gusts could reach 40 mph Saturday, October 17, potentially causing isolated power outages before temperatures plunge below freezing Saturday night.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, precipitation will spread across the region Friday morning, beginning as snow or a rain snow mixture in northern and western communities before changing to rain during the afternoon.
Snow accumulations could range from a dusting to half an inch , with as much as one inch possible in far northern Maine and higher elevations.
Any accumulating snow is expected to melt quickly as temperatures rise and precipitation transitions to rain.
Most communities are forecast to receive approximately half an inch of rainfall, with some locations receiving between 0.5 and 0.8 inches through early Sunday.
As the system departs Friday night, winds will strengthen across northern and eastern Maine.
Gusts of 35 to 40 mph are possible Saturday , raising concerns about isolated power outages and difficult driving conditions, particularly along exposed roads.
Additional snow showers could develop across northern Maine Saturday as colder air moves into the region.
Forecasters also warn that falling temperatures Friday night could create isolated icy spots on roads, especially where moisture remains.
By Saturday night, temperatures are expected to drop below freezing across the region, including coastal communities.
Northern Maine could see lows in the upper 20s, while wind chills may fall into the teens and 20s as winds gradually diminish.
Residents should secure loose outdoor objects, prepare for possible power interruptions and exercise caution during changing road conditions.
Looking ahead, the National Weather Service expects a quieter pattern next week, with daytime highs generally in the 50s, overnight lows in the 30s and limited precipitation chances.
Updated forecasts are available at weather.gov/car.