Caribou, ME – A messy winter storm is set to move across much of Maine on Monday, bringing a dangerous mix of snow, sleet, freezing rain, and rain that could make travel hazardous from early morning through the evening.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories are now in effect across a large portion of the state. Snow is expected to begin late Sunday night, with conditions deteriorating quickly after daybreak Monday.
Northern Maine, including Northern Somerset, Piscataquis, and Aroostook counties, is expected to see the most significant impacts. Forecasters say these areas could receive 3 to 6 inches of snow, along with up to 1 inch of sleet and as much as a quarter inch of ice in some locations. The combination of snow and ice may weigh down tree limbs and power lines, increasing the risk of scattered power outages.
Farther south, including central and southern Piscataquis, Penobscot, Hancock, and Washington counties, precipitation is expected to begin as snow or a wintry mix before changing over to rain during the day Monday. Snow accumulations in these areas are forecast to be lighter, generally 1 to 2 inches, with sleet and a trace of ice possible before warmer air arrives.
The National Weather Service warns that slick and slippery roads are likely statewide, especially during the Monday morning commute. Snow combined with sleet may also make shoveling particularly heavy and strenuous.
Temperatures are expected to drop again Monday night, which could cause any remaining moisture on roads to refreeze. Forecasters say conditions may remain icy into Tuesday morning, even after precipitation ends.
Drivers are urged to slow down, allow extra travel time, and monitor local updates as exact precipitation totals remain uncertain.
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