Caribou, ME – A widespread snowstorm is expected to move into Maine late Sunday morning, with impacts increasing into the evening and lingering through early Monday—just in time to affect the Bangor-area morning commute.
According to the US National Weather Service in Caribou, snow is expected to begin between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sunday, starting in western and southern areas before spreading across northern and Downeast Maine. Heavier snowfall is likely Sunday night, with total accumulations highest across Bangor and Downeast regions.
Road conditions are expected to deteriorate quickly, especially along I-95, Route 1, and secondary rural roads, where snow-covered and slippery conditions could develop by late afternoon. Visibility may also drop during periods of heavier snowfall Sunday night.
A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from Sunday morning through early Monday. The primary concern is the Monday morning commute, particularly in Bangor, where drivers may encounter untreated roads, reduced visibility, and slower travel times.
Officials advise motorists to allow extra time, reduce speeds, and check road conditions before heading out early Monday. Plow operations are expected overnight, but lingering snow and cold temperatures could keep roads slick into the morning hours.
Another system may impact the region next weekend, though details remain uncertain.
How much time did this storm add to your Monday drive? Live nearby? What are you seeing on the roads?
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