Caribou, Maine – Strong winds and isolated thunderstorms are expected to impact northern Maine on Saturday, July 26, prompting travel concerns across Caribou and surrounding towns. With gusts reaching up to 20 mph, residents should stay weather-aware and secure outdoor items ahead of the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, Saturday will be mostly sunny with a high near 78°F, but winds from the northwest may gust as high as 20 mph. Although no widespread severe weather is expected, gusty conditions could make travel challenging on exposed routes like U.S. Route 1 and Route 89, especially for high-profile vehicles.
By Tuesday, July 29, the next notable weather system moves in, bringing a 70% chance of thunderstorms after noon. This system could deliver heavy rain at times, with more scattered storms forecasted through Wednesday and Thursday.
🔍 5-Day Weather Breakdown: Caribou, ME
- Saturday, July 26: Sunny and breezy. High near 78°F. NW wind 6–10 mph, gusting up to 20 mph.
- Sunday, July 27: Mostly sunny, warmer. High of 86°F. Gusts up to 22 mph possible.
- Monday, July 28: Slight chance of storms late. Partly sunny. High near 87°F.
- Tuesday, July 29: Showers and storms likely after noon. High 82°F. Chance of rain: 70%.
- Wednesday, July 30: Continued storm chances. Partly sunny. High 73°F. Rain chance: 40%.
⚠️ Spotters are encouraged to report any severe wind damage or downed trees through official NWS channels.
Stay tuned as more advisories could be issued if conditions shift heading into next week.
