Caribou, ME – A winter storm will bring widespread snowfall to northern and central Maine today through Monday, with the heaviest amounts expected in the far northern and northwestern parts of the state. Forecasters warn of slippery travel, heavy, wet snow, and the potential for reduced visibility during the strongest periods of snowfall.
According to the National Weather Service Caribou, snow will begin early today across northern Maine and expand southward through mid-morning. The highest totals are expected in the northwest, where 8 to 13 inches of snow may accumulate, particularly in areas near Estcourt Station, Clayton Lake, and Jackman. Central zones, including Millinocket and Greenville, could see 3 to 9 inches, while areas farther east—including Houlton, Caribou, and parts of Aroostook County—may see lower totals ranging from 1 to 5 inches.
Much of the snow will be heavy and wet, increasing the effort required for shoveling and elevating the risk of scattered power outages if winds increase on Monday. Travel conditions today into Monday morning may become hazardous along Route 11 and across higher terrain.
Forecasters emphasize that the rain/snow line is expected to set up near the Central Highlands, limiting snow totals in that region. East of Route 11, snowfall amounts are highly uncertain. Depending on the exact track of the coastal low-pressure system, mild maritime air may mix into the storm, allowing rain or a rain/snow mix to briefly reduce accumulations.
The storm is expected to taper off late Monday as colder, drier air pushes in behind the departing system. Light snow showers may linger into the evening before gradually ending.
Motorists traveling today and Monday should allow extra time, keep emergency supplies on hand, and be prepared for rapidly changing conditions across northern Maine.
