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Maine Weather Alert: First Snow Since 2000 Milestone, More Oct. 16-17
Caribou, ME – Residents across northern and eastern Maine should prepare for another round of potentially disruptive weather Friday, Oct. 16, into Saturday, Oct. 17, as a developing storm brings wides
By Owen Prescott · 2026-10-14T11:49:41.853Z
Caribou, ME – Residents across northern and eastern Maine should prepare for another round of potentially disruptive weather Friday, Oct. 16, into Saturday, Oct. 17, as a developing storm brings widespread rainfall, gusty winds and the possibility of additional snow.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, the region is recovering from an early season snowfall that produced 0.3 inches at the agency's Caribou observation site Wednesday, Oct. 14.
The snowfall arrived approximately two weeks earlier than the average first measurable snowfall, making it the earliest such occurrence in Caribou since 2000.
Another Storm Arrives Friday, Oct. 16
Forecasters expect significant precipitation Friday and Friday night, with widespread rainfall affecting northern and eastern Maine.
Snow could also develop across northern portions of the state, although considerable uncertainty remains regarding accumulation.
If snow accumulates, forecasters currently expect amounts generally around 1 inch in affected areas.
Strong Winds Could Threaten Power Friday Night and Saturday
Northwest winds are expected to strengthen Friday night into Saturday, Oct. 17.
National Weather Service probability maps indicate a meaningful chance of wind gusts exceeding 40 mph in several communities, including portions of Aroostook County.
A few power outages are possible as stronger gusts move through the region.
Thursday Brings a Brief Break
Before the next storm, conditions should become drier Wednesday night into Thursday, Oct. 15.
Northwest winds could gust between 25 and 35 mph Thursday, although widespread power outages are not anticipated during that period.
Rain chances should decrease across Bangor and Downeast Maine before clearing reaches northern communities.
Residents should secure loose outdoor items, prepare for possible power interruptions and monitor changing forecasts before Friday's storm.