Maine – Wind-driven snow sweeps across northern Maine this morning, rattling homes and pushing loose powder across roads. Headlights glow through bursts of flakes, and the cold feels sharper with every gust. It’s an active start to the day, with conditions demanding caution right now.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, a Wind Advisory remains in effect through late morning. West winds blow 15 to 25 mph, with gusts reaching 50 mph in exposed areas. These winds follow rain and snowmelt, allowing temperatures falling into the 20s to refreeze moisture quickly. Patchy ice is already forming on untreated roads and walkways.
Light snow showers continue through the morning, occasionally reducing visibility to under a mile. Gusty winds can cause sudden whiteouts on open stretches of Route 1, Route 11, and rural connectors. High-profile vehicles may struggle, and blowing snow could briefly obscure plow lines.
Conditions gradually improve later today as winds ease and skies brighten. Highs reach the mid-20s, limiting melting. Tonight turns colder, with lows near 19 and calmer winds. Snow redevelops Saturday night into early Sunday, with up to one or two inches possible before tapering off.
Sunday stays cold but quieter, with highs near the mid-30s and scattered snow showers early. Another sharp drop follows Sunday night, sending temperatures toward the lower teens. That sets up another refreeze window for any remaining moisture.
Looking ahead to Christmas travel, northern Maine remains locked in winter mode. Snow chances return early next week, and temperatures stay well below freezing. Travelers should plan daylight drives when possible, secure loose outdoor items, and monitor advisories closely. Are roads icy where you are right now, or have crews been able to keep up?
Five Day Outlook – Caribou, Maine
- Today: Windy with snow showers. High near 25.
- Sunday: Chance of snow showers early. High near 34.
- Monday: Partly sunny and very cold. High near 17.
- Tuesday: Chance of snow. High near 19.
- Wednesday: Slight chance of snow. High near 22.
