Caribou, ME – Snow and dangerously cold wind chills will impact Maine through Tuesday morning, with winter weather advisories in effect across the state.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, snow will taper off by Monday afternoon, leaving behind an additional 1–3 inches. Winds gusting up to 35 mph will cause areas of blowing and drifting snow, reducing visibility and creating hazardous travel conditions.
A cold weather advisory begins Monday evening and lasts until 10 a.m. Tuesday, with wind chills expected to plunge to as low as -34°F in central and northern Maine. Frostbite is possible within 10 minutes of exposure to these temperatures, particularly in counties including Aroostook, Penobscot, and Piscataquis.
Residents are advised to stay indoors and dress in layers if venturing outside. The NWS warns that pets should be kept indoors as much as possible to protect them from extreme cold.
Cold weather will persist through midweek, with daytime highs barely reaching single digits in many areas. Travelers are urged to exercise caution on snow-covered roads, and local officials remind drivers to monitor Maine road conditions at newengland511.org.
Maine residents should prepare for sustained frigid temperatures and take precautions to stay safe.
