Maine – Clouds break just enough for a brief calm today, but colder air and steady rain are already lining up to bring a sharp, messy shift across northern Maine by Sunday afternoon. Roads may stay manageable for now, though changing conditions will quickly create wet, then slick travel.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, rain develops after 9 a.m. Sunday with an 80% chance, producing between a quarter and half inch of rainfall. Gusts could reach 25 mph, pushing rain across open roads and reducing visibility.
Caribou and surrounding Aroostook County will see a mild break Saturday, with highs near 60°F under partly sunny skies. That window closes late Saturday night as clouds thicken and light rain begins to move in toward morning.
By Sunday afternoon, steady rain takes hold, soaking roads along Route 1 and smaller rural highways. Plan extra travel time and expect reduced visibility during heavier bursts.
Colder air arrives quickly Sunday night. Temperatures drop to near 25°F, allowing rain to mix with and change to snow. Light accumulation is possible, especially on grassy areas, but the bigger concern is slick spots forming on bridges and untreated roads. This is a classic setup for brief flash freezing early Monday.
Monday stays chilly with highs near the upper 30s and a slight chance of lingering rain or snow showers. Conditions improve Tuesday with sunshine returning and highs in the low 40s.
More updates are likely as precipitation type and timing become clearer. Are you seeing rain yet, or still dry where you are?
Five Day Forecast for Caribou, Maine
Saturday: High 60°F, mostly sunny
Sunday: High 50°F, rain likely
Monday: High 38°F, slight rain/snow chance
Tuesday: High 43°F, sunny
Wednesday: High 46°F, partly sunny
