Caribou, Maine – A surge of wet and windy weather will sweep into northern Maine starting Tuesday afternoon, bringing a three-day stretch of rain and potential travel disruptions to Caribou.
According to the National Weather Service, rain will begin after 2 p.m. Tuesday, with a 70% chance of precipitation by evening. Winds will increase from the south at 9 to 14 mph, with gusts reaching 24 mph across open areas and along Route 1. Rain will become more widespread Tuesday night, continuing into Wednesday and Thursday with an 80% chance each day.
Rainfall totals through Wednesday may approach a quarter inch per day, with wet pavement and reduced visibility expected during morning and evening commutes. Winds may cause minor tree movement and debris, especially in more rural areas east of town.
Conditions will finally begin to improve late Thursday, with drier and cooler weather returning Friday. However, daily rain chances will remain in place through Sunday.
Caribou 5-Day Spring Forecast:
- Tuesday: Rain after 2 p.m., gusty, high 61°F (70% chance).
- Wednesday: Rain and wind continue, high 62°F (80% chance).
- Thursday: Showers likely, high 50°F (80% chance).
- Friday: Partly sunny, high 54°F (20% chance).
- Saturday: Slight chance of showers, high 60°F (20% chance).
