CARIBOU, Maine – A stretch of unsettled weather is setting up across northern Maine, with rain and thunder threatening outdoor plans through Saturday. Drivers, especially along U.S. Route 1 near Caribou, should stay alert for slick conditions beginning Thursday night and worsening into Friday.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, a slight chance of showers arrives Thursday after midnight. Rain becomes more widespread Friday with south winds up to 14 mph, raising travel concerns for school buses and morning commuters. By Friday night, heavier showers are likely, with rain totals reaching a half-inch in some communities.
Saturday brings the highest impact. Showers could intensify by the afternoon, with thunderstorms possible between 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. across Aroostook County. Outdoor events, including high school football games, may be disrupted by downpours and lightning risks. Residents are urged to have backup plans and avoid unnecessary travel if storms develop.
Clear skies return Sunday, but only briefly. A slight chance of showers lingers into Monday, followed by cooler, drier air that signals fall is settling in across northern Maine.
Five Day Forecast for Caribou, ME:
Thursday: Sunny, high near 79. Night low 54, chance of showers late.
Friday: Showers likely, high near 72. South winds 10–14 mph. Night low 62 with steady rain.
Saturday: Showers and possible storms, high near 72. Rain continues into the night.
Sunday: Partly cloudy, high near 60. Slight chance of evening showers.
Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 65. Cooler, fall-like air moving in.
