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Caribou, ME Weather Nov. 4-8: 100% Rain Chance Wednesday, 80% Saturday Before Temperatures Fall Near Freezing
MAINE — Rain and mist are giving northern Maine a damp start to November's first full week, but a sharper temperature change is approaching Caribou as another round of rain develops this weekend.
By Marcus Hale · 2026-11-04T09:26:33.281Z
MAINE — Rain and mist are giving northern Maine a damp start to November's first full week, but a sharper temperature change is approaching Caribou as another round of rain develops this weekend.
The National Weather Service expects a 100% chance of rain Wednesday, Nov. 4, followed by temperatures climbing into the middle 60s Thursday and Friday.
By Sunday night, temperatures could fall near 34 degrees, bringing Caribou closer to freezing as the second week of November approaches.
The shift follows a brief period of unusually mild feeling November weather, with afternoon highs reaching approximately 64 degrees before cooler conditions return.
Wednesday, Nov. 4: Rain Continues Before Afternoon Improvement Rain remains the immediate concern for Caribou, with precipitation expected mainly before 1 p.m.
The National Weather Service projects a high near 59 degrees and a 100% chance of precipitation.
Rainfall amounts between one quarter and one half inch are possible.
South winds of 5 to 10 mph could produce gusts reaching 20 mph before becoming lighter during the afternoon.
Earlier observations at Caribou Municipal Airport showed rain and mist, with temperatures near 42 degrees and visibility around four miles.
Drivers should remain alert for wet pavement and reduced visibility where mist persists.
Wednesday night brings mostly cloudy skies and a low near 48 degrees. A slight chance of rain remains before 8 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 5: Temperatures Climb Toward 64 Degrees Thursday offers a break from the wetter conditions, with temperatures climbing near 64 degrees.
Mostly cloudy skies are expected, along with a 30% chance of rain, mainly after 5 p.m.
South winds of 6 to 10 mph could gust to 20 mph.
Thursday night remains relatively mild, with temperatures falling near 52 degrees and a 30% chance of rain, mainly between 9 p.m. and 1 a.m.
Friday, Nov. 6: Mild Weather Before Weekend Rain Friday brings partly sunny skies and another high near 64 degrees.
West winds of 5 to 10 mph could gust to 20 mph before becoming lighter during the afternoon.
The weather changes again Friday night as rain becomes likely, mainly after 3 a.m.
The National Weather Service places the precipitation chance at 60%, with temperatures falling near 42 degrees.
Residents planning weekend outdoor activities should prepare for another wet period.
Saturday, Nov. 7: 80% Rain Chance and Cooler Temperatures Saturday brings the week's second significant period of rain.
The National Weather Service expects an 80% chance of precipitation, with temperatures reaching only 52 degrees.
That is 12 degrees cooler than Friday's projected high.
Rain remains likely Saturday night, with a 70% precipitation chance and temperatures falling near 41 degrees.
Wet roads and persistent rain could affect outdoor plans, although the supplied forecast does not establish flooding or hazardous travel conditions.
Sunday, Nov. 8: Rain Continues Before a Near Freezing Night Sunday remains unsettled, with rain likely mainly before noon.
The precipitation chance stands at 60%, while afternoon temperatures reach approximately 49 degrees.
Sunday night brings a 40% chance of rain and a low near 34 degrees.
That places temperatures just two degrees above freezing, although the current forecast does not explicitly predict snow, ice or frost.
The cooler pattern continues Monday, with a high near 47 degrees and a low near 31 degrees Monday night.
Caribou Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 4 8 Wednesday, Nov. 4: High 59°. Rain mainly before 1 p.m., with a 100% precipitation chance. Low 48° Wednesday night. Thursday, Nov. 5: High 64°. Mostly cloudy, with a 30% chance of late day rain. Low 52° Thursday night. Friday, Nov. 6: High 64°. Partly sunny. Rain likely late Friday night, with a 60% chance and low near 42°. Saturday, Nov. 7: High 52°. Rain with an 80% precipitation chance. Rain likely Saturday night, low 41°. Sunday, Nov. 8: High 49°. Rain likely mainly before noon, with a 60% chance. Low 34° Sunday night. Looking Ahead: Freezing Temperatures Possible Monday Night Caribou's extended outlook shows temperatures falling near 31 degrees Monday night, Nov. 9, followed by a Tuesday high near 45 degrees.
That would mark a return to below freezing nighttime temperatures after several relatively mild days.
However, the supplied forecast does not indicate accumulating snow or freezing precipitation.
Residents should monitor updated National Weather Service guidance as temperatures approach freezing next week.
For now, expect rain Wednesday, a milder Thursday and Friday, then another wet weekend before colder nights settle into northern Maine.
How cold has November felt in your neighborhood so far? Are you preparing for Caribou's first colder stretch of the month?