Caribou, Maine – Seasonably cold winter weather will continue across northern and Downeast Maine through the weekend, with subzero wind chills, light snow, and lingering marine hazards prompting continued caution for travelers and coastal interests.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, light snow and snow showers across northern Maine this morning will taper off later today. While accumulations are expected to remain minor, cold ground temperatures may allow slick spots to develop on untreated roads, especially early Friday.
Wind chills are forecast to drop to between 5 below and 20 below zero tonight into Saturday morning, with the coldest conditions expected across northern Maine. Daytime temperatures over the next several days will remain near to slightly below seasonal averages.
Roadways including U.S. Route 1, Interstate 95, and regional state highways could experience icy patches during overnight and early morning hours. Drivers are urged to slow down and allow extra stopping distance, particularly in rural and shaded areas.
Looking ahead, a storm system expected Sunday afternoon into Monday morning has shifted farther south, reducing the potential for significant snow or wind impacts across much of the region. However, forecasters say light snow accumulation remains possible along the Downeast coast, depending on the system’s final track.
Despite the reduced inland impacts, marine hazards remain a concern. The National Weather Service continues to monitor the potential for gale-force winds, elevated wave heights, and light to moderate freezing spray, which could affect marine operations and coastal travel.
An extended period of dry and seasonably cold weather is expected to persist through much of next week.
Residents, commuters, and outdoor workers are encouraged to dress in layers, limit prolonged exposure to the cold, and remain alert for changing conditions, particularly near the coast and during nighttime travel hours.
