Maine – Wet pavement and falling temperatures are setting up a quick-hitting spring hazard across northern communities, where rain will flip to snow and create slick travel by late Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service, Caribou climbs to near 60°F today with dry skies, but conditions shift quickly as rain moves in Sunday with a 90% chance of precipitation. Rainfall continues into the evening before mixing with snow as temperatures drop toward 29°F Sunday night.
Across Aroostook County, including Presque Isle and Fort Kent, roads may start wet Sunday morning but turn slushy or icy by evening. That transition window is critical. Plan extra time if traveling on Route 1 or rural roads where temperatures fall fastest.
Meteorologists now tracking this system say a brief rain-to-snow changeover could reduce visibility and create patchy slick spots. Even light accumulation can cause issues this time of year, especially with residual daytime melting.
By Monday morning, a few lingering snow showers remain possible before skies partially clear. Highs struggle to reach 39°F, a sharp drop from today’s mild air. Winds will add a brisk feel across open areas.
The pattern stays active through midweek. Tuesday brings sunshine near 43°F, but another round of mixed precipitation returns by midweek with additional rain and snow chances.
Five Day Forecast for Caribou, ME:
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 60°F
Sunday: Rain, high near 49°F
Monday: Slight rain/snow chance, high near 39°F, low near 22°F
Tuesday: Sunny, high near 43°F
Wednesday: Chance of rain/snow, high near 44°F
