Caribou skies could light up tonight as the Northern Lights push deep into New England, offering a rare September show. Clear conditions across northern Maine give residents a strong chance to witness aurora rippling across the horizon before dawn Tuesday.
According to NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center, a powerful solar storm is driving aurora visibility much farther south than usual. Maine sits in the prime zone, with aurora potentially visible as far south as Virginia. Skies tonight will trend mostly cloudy in some areas, so residents hoping to catch the display should head to darker rural locations away from I-95 traffic and city lights.
Tuesday brings quieter conditions, with highs near 77 and calm winds. Clouds increase by evening, limiting visibility for anyone hoping to see late auroras. By Wednesday, storms return. The National Weather Service says showers and thunderstorms could roll in after 2 p.m., with a 40% chance of rain stretching across Aroostook County. Residents should monitor for lightning risks and avoid unnecessary travel if conditions worsen.
Thursday looks dry and sunny with highs near 80 before another chance of showers late Friday. Cooler air settles in over the weekend, marking the first taste of meteorological fall.
The Northern Lights remain the star of the night, but safety comes first. If skies stay clear, bundle up, drive carefully on rural roads, and look north for a rare celestial display. More updates are expected if geomagnetic conditions strengthen.
Five-Day Forecast for Caribou, ME
- Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, high 77, calm wind.
- Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms possible after 2 p.m., high 77.
- Thursday: Sunny, high 80, calm breeze.
- Friday: Showers likely, high 74.
- Saturday: Chance of storms, high 73, cooler at night.
