Caribou, Maine – Spring showers and gusty winds will sweep into Caribou on Tuesday, posing travel risks along Route 161 and prompting local advisories through Friday. Expect rapidly changing conditions, with rain and wind speeds increasing by Tuesday night and peaking on Wednesday, creating hazardous driving for anyone on area roads.
According to the National Weather Service, showers move into the region Tuesday evening, with south winds reaching 25 mph and rainfall likely through Wednesday morning. Breezy conditions intensify as Wednesday progresses, with northwest wind gusts hitting 43 mph. This strong wind, paired with ongoing rain, could cause tree limbs to fall and reduce visibility on Route 161 and surrounding roads.
Caribou will see partly sunny skies on Tuesday, but conditions quickly deteriorate after sunset. Showers remain likely overnight and into Wednesday morning, with total precipitation less than a tenth of an inch. Wednesday’s high will reach 53°F, but the real concern is wind: a northwest wind at 21 to 24 mph will challenge high-profile vehicles and could cause minor power outages.
By Wednesday night, skies clear and winds calm, but temperatures dip to near freezing, raising the risk of frost for gardeners and farmers. Thursday stays mostly sunny, but clouds return by evening, with a 30% chance of rain. Friday brings additional showers, making travel and outdoor plans uncertain through week’s end.
Residents should secure outdoor items, prepare for slick roads, and check for updated alerts, especially if commuting on Route 161. Warnings and advisories remain possible as the week’s weather evolves.
