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Caribou, ME Weather Oct. 22–26: 40-Knot Gusts, Cold Friday
Caribou, ME – Gusty north winds and a noticeable temperature drop are expected across northern and eastern Maine Thursday and Friday, Oct. 22–23, as a powerful ocean storm passes well offshore, bringi
By Sophie Caldwell · 2026-10-22T09:52:03.620Z
Caribou, ME – Gusty north winds and a noticeable temperature drop are expected across northern and eastern Maine Thursday and Friday, Oct. 22–23, as a powerful ocean storm passes well offshore, bringing hazardous conditions to some coastal waters.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, dry weather will persist through at least early next week, but breezy conditions will affect much of the region Thursday and Friday. The strongest inland winds are expected Thursday afternoon, while a Gale Warning highlights potentially dangerous conditions over affected marine waters Thursday night.
Thursday, Oct. 22: Afternoon temperatures will generally reach the upper 40s and 50s. Caribou and Presque Isle are forecast near 52 degrees, while Bangor reaches 55 and Dover Foxcroft climbs to 58. Cooler temperatures are expected near Mount Katahdin, with highs around 37 degrees.
North winds will increase throughout the day, with many inland locations experiencing gusts around 20 to 30 mph. Some coastal areas could see stronger gusts.
Thursday night: Marine conditions become a greater concern as the offshore storm produces strong winds. The National Weather Service highlights a Gale Warning, with gusts potentially reaching 40 knots, approximately 46 mph, over affected coastal waters.
Friday, Oct. 23: Temperatures will fall, with many communities struggling to climb out of the 40s. Gusty north winds will continue, potentially making outdoor conditions feel colder.
Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 24–25: Dry, seasonable weather is expected to continue as winds gradually become less of a concern. Daytime temperatures should generally return to the 50s.
Monday, Oct. 26: The extended dry pattern is expected to persist into early next week, with no significant precipitation currently forecast.
Residents should secure lightweight outdoor items during gusty conditions, while boaters should closely monitor marine warnings before heading onto the water.