Maine wakes to damp roads, low clouds, and strengthening winds across the North Woods, a clear signal that winter is tightening its grip. Rain taps against windshields early, but colder air is already pushing north, setting the stage for snow and hazardous travel.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, a Wind Advisory takes effect later today and remains in place through Saturday morning. South winds increase to 15 to 25 mph with gusts approaching 50 mph before shifting west this evening. Rain spreads across the region today, mixing with snow tonight as temperatures fall. Snow accumulations remain light, generally under an inch, but blowing snow may reduce visibility at times.
In Caribou, Presque Isle, Fort Kent, and along U.S. Route 1 and Route 161, drivers should prepare for rapidly changing conditions. Wet pavement may turn slushy or icy as colder air settles in. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and cause isolated power outages. High-profile vehicles may struggle on exposed roadways, especially this evening.
Saturday stays breezy and cold. Clouds linger early, then partial clearing develops as highs struggle to reach the mid-20s. Saturday night turns sharply colder, and Sunday brings another round of snow, with steadier snowfall possible and highs near the mid-30s. Even modest snow amounts could create slick travel conditions across northern Maine.
Looking ahead, meteorologists are tracking a prolonged cold stretch heading into Christmas travel week. Temperatures plunge early next week, with highs near the teens and single-digit lows possible. Additional snow chances linger into Tuesday and again near Christmas Day, reinforcing a full winter travel pattern.
Secure loose items, plan extra time on the roads, and prepare for rapidly deteriorating conditions later today. Traveling for Christmas soon? What are road conditions like where you are?
Five Day Outlook for Caribou, Maine
Saturday: Breezy, partly sunny, high near 26
Sunday: Snow likely, high near 35
Monday: Mostly sunny, bitter cold, high near 18
Tuesday: Chance of snow, high near 20
Wednesday: Partly sunny, very cold, high near 22
