Maine – A prolonged winter storm brought widespread snowfall across southern and central Maine from January 23 through January 26, with top totals approaching 10 inches, according to compiled storm reports.
The highest snowfall total reported in the state was 9.5 inches at Portland International Jetport, making it the snowiest observed location in Maine during the multi-day event. Several nearby communities reported totals near 9 inches, highlighting the storm’s consistent regional footprint.
Additional high-end snowfall reports include 9.0 inches in Auburn (1 mile north-northwest) and 9.0 inches in New Gloucester (4 miles west-southwest). Alfred recorded 8.5 inches, while Goodwins Mills (2 miles northeast) measured 8.2 inches.
Along the southern coast, York (1 mile southeast) reported 8.1 inches of snow, while Poland (4 miles southeast) measured 8.0 inches. Most reported totals across southern Maine ranged between 8 and 10 inches, with lighter amounts farther north.
Snow fell over multiple days rather than in a single intense burst, allowing accumulations to build gradually and creating prolonged travel impacts. Road conditions deteriorated across major routes including Interstate 95, U.S. Route 1, and regional connectors, particularly during overnight and early morning hours.
Cleanup operations continued after snowfall ended as cold temperatures limited melting and allowed snowpack to persist. Narrowed roadways, snow-covered sidewalks, and reduced visibility near intersections remained concerns, especially in urban and coastal communities.
The January 23–26 storm stands out as a notable winter weather event for Maine, contributing meaningfully to seasonal snowfall totals across the southern half of the state.
