CARIBOU, Maine – The quiet hum of the wind and the glint of ice on car roofs signal winter’s slow arrival in northern Maine this morning. A frosty start gives way to gray skies and a chance for scattered snow showers later today, part of a pattern that will keep Caribou and Aroostook County on the chilly edge of fall through the end of the week.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, scattered flurries could begin this afternoon as a cold front sweeps across the region, with light accumulations possible — generally under an inch. Gusty southwest winds may top 25 mph, creating blowing snow and limited visibility at times. Drivers should be alert for slick spots during the late-day commute, particularly on Route 1 and secondary rural roads.
Wednesday offers a brief break under partly sunny skies, though highs remain near 39°F, well below average for mid-November. The next system arrives Thursday into Friday, bringing a mix of rain and snow showers. While accumulations will stay light, the persistent chill and unsettled skies mark the region’s ongoing transition toward a full winter pattern.
By the weekend, temperatures dip back into the 20s at night, with highs barely touching the upper 30s. For now, the snow looks more like a seasonal tease than a storm — but models hint at another round of light snow early next week. Residents preparing for Thanksgiving travel should keep an eye on late-month cold trends, as the first widespread snowpack could take hold before the holiday.
Five-Day Forecast for Caribou, ME:
Tue: 39/26 – Cloudy; scattered snow showers late; breezy.
Wed: 39/25 – Partly sunny; calmer and cold.
Thu: 39/25 – Rain/snow mix; chance of showers.
Fri: 37/26 – Light snow showers; cold breeze.
Sat: 35/24 – Mostly cloudy; scattered flurries.
