Ellsworth, Maine – Snow will overspread Coastal Hancock County by 7 p.m., creating snow-covered roads and reduced visibility through the early Saturday morning commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, a Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 7 p.m. this evening until 7 a.m. EST Saturday, with 3 to 5 inches of snow expected across the county.
Road conditions will deteriorate quickly after sunset.
Communities including Ellsworth, Bar Harbor, Bucksport, Castine and Orland can expect steady snowfall overnight. Route 1 and Route 3 are likely to become snow-covered, especially on bridges and exposed coastal stretches.
Visibility may drop during heavier bursts.
The heaviest snow is expected overnight, potentially impacting plowing operations before sunrise Saturday. Temperatures near freezing will limit melting and allow accumulation on untreated pavement.
Drivers should slow down, allow extra stopping distance and check newengland511.org for real-time road conditions before traveling.
Snow tapers around daybreak Saturday, but slick spots could persist into mid-morning. The Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 7 a.m. EST Saturday.
