Caribou, Maine – A warm and mostly sunny start to the week across Maine is expected to give way to thunderstorms and cooler temperatures by midweek, with Wednesday shaping up to be the most active weather day.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, highs Monday will reach the low 80s in the north and mid 80s across the southern interior. Clouds lingering over southern counties will break by midday, offering some sunshine before nightfall. Overnight lows will dip into the low 60s under partly cloudy skies.
Tuesday brings more warmth, with highs nearing 80° statewide and an isolated shower possible across the north. However, a cold front will move through Wednesday, bringing a higher risk of showers and a few gusty thunderstorms. Highs will dip into the 70s north and hover near 80 in the south.
Areas along U.S. Route 1 and I-95 should prepare for slick roads and brief travel delays Wednesday afternoon. Residents should secure outdoor items and remain weather-aware for possible thunderstorm warnings.
Conditions will clear Thursday and Friday, which are expected to be sunny, drier, and cooler with highs in the low 70s north to mid 70s south.
