Caribou, ME – Residents across northern and eastern Maine can expect cold, dry weather this weekend, with clear skies and near-zero temperatures overnight. Saturday night will bring the coldest conditions, as calm winds and clear skies allow temperatures to drop below zero in some areas.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Caribou, scattered flurries are possible today, mainly in higher elevations like the Central Highlands, with mostly sunny skies expected elsewhere. Highs today will reach 25 degrees, but gusty winds of up to 26 mph will make it feel even colder.
The frigid pattern continues Saturday, with sunny skies but daytime highs barely reaching 22 degrees. Overnight, temperatures will plunge to single digits or below zero in rural spots. Sunday brings slight relief, as highs approach 25 degrees with sunny skies and calmer winds.
Residents in Hancock and Penobscot counties are still recovering from widespread power outages following this week’s storm. Authorities urge anyone using a generator to keep it outdoors and away from windows and vents to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
A warming trend begins Monday, with highs reaching the mid-30s. A low-pressure system could bring rain and snow Tuesday into Wednesday, though forecasters do not expect severe impacts.
Drivers should exercise caution, especially overnight when icy patches are likely. Stay informed through the NWS Caribou website for updates.
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