Augusta, Maine – Snow and mixed precipitation could impact Maine Feb. 18-22, with statewide travel concerns possible.
According to the National Weather Service 6-10 Day Outlook issued Thursday, Feb. 12, above-normal precipitation is favored across Maine during the Feb. 18-22 period. Snow is possible across much of the state, particularly in northern and interior counties.
Accumulating snowfall cannot be ruled out across Aroostook County and higher elevations, where colder air is more likely to remain in place. Localized sleet may develop in transition zones where surface temperatures fluctuate near freezing.
Central Maine, including Bangor, could see periods of snow mixing with rain depending on daytime temperature trends. Coastal and southern Maine, including Portland, are more likely to experience primarily rain, though brief mixing remains possible during overnight or early morning hours.
The broader weather pattern supports heavier snowfall potential across Minnesota and Wisconsin, while mixed precipitation extends eastward through the Great Lakes and into northern New England.
Temperatures are forecast to trend near to slightly above normal across portions of the Northeast, increasing the likelihood of shifting precipitation types across southern Maine.
For commuters and college students returning after President’s Day week, fluctuating snow and sleet could create slick travel conditions, particularly along Interstate 95 and U.S. Route 1 corridors.
The National Weather Service emphasizes that 6-10 day outlooks reflect probability trends rather than exact storm totals. Residents should monitor updated forecasts for refined snowfall amounts and timing as the period approaches.
