Caribou, Maine – Lingering snow showers, gusty winds, and plunging wind chills are creating hazardous conditions across northern and central Maine today, with impacts expected to continue into tonight.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, northern Aroostook County remains under a Winter Weather Advisory early this morning as snow showers persist. Snow falling on top of existing slush is creating slick and slushy road conditions, especially during the morning commute.
Forecasters warn that a messy cleanup process is likely again today as slush refreezes overnight. Residents are urged to use caution while shoveling and clearing walkways as temperatures fall.
A tightening pressure gradient associated with a departing low-pressure system is producing gusty winds across much of Maine. These winds may cause blowing and drifting of light, fluffy snow, particularly in open and exposed areas. The National Weather Service notes that isolated power outages are possible where gusts are strongest.
Temperatures are expected to fall steadily throughout the day, with overnight lows dropping into the single digits statewide. Wind chills will be a significant concern, reaching 10 degrees below zero Downeast and as cold as 20 degrees below zero across northern Maine, including areas near Caribou, Presque Isle, and Fort Kent.
Looking ahead, forecasters say the next chance for snow arrives Wednesday night into Thursday as another shortwave approaches the region. While forecast uncertainty remains, a few inches of snow are possible in Downeast Maine, with lighter accumulations possible across central and northern portions of the state.
Drivers, outdoor workers, and students traveling early or late should plan for icy surfaces, dress for extreme cold, and monitor updated forecasts at weather.gov/car.
