Caribou, Maine – Storm chances are rising again in northern Maine as showers and isolated thunderstorms are expected to move into Caribou Thursday afternoon, possibly impacting drivers along Route 1 and rural roads across Aroostook County.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, isolated showers will become more widespread after 2 p.m. Thursday, with thunderstorm activity possible through the evening. Highs will reach around 78°F, and although precipitation totals will remain low, brief heavy downpours and lightning could cause travel delays or minor power interruptions.
Showers are expected to continue Thursday night, especially after 8 p.m., with a 60% chance of precipitation and southeast winds up to 6 mph. Friday brings similar conditions, with scattered showers and storms possible again in the afternoon and a slightly cooler high near 73°F.
Weekend Outlook:
Saturday turns brighter with partly sunny skies and a high near 78°F, offering a brief break from the rain. Sunday will be warmer, hitting 83°F under mostly sunny skies, though scattered showers return Sunday night.
Summer Weather Alert for Next Week:
Showers may persist through early next week, with a chance of rain Monday and Tuesday. Highs will hover in the low 80s, typical of mid-July in northern Maine. Residents should stay weather-aware, especially in the afternoons when storms are most likely.
Five-Day Forecast for Caribou, Maine:
- Thursday: Scattered showers & thunderstorms after 2 p.m. | High: 78°F | Chance of rain: 30%
- Friday: Showers likely, thunder possible after 2 p.m. | High: 73°F | Chance of rain: 60%
- Saturday: Partly sunny | High: 78°F | Dry
- Sunday: Mostly sunny | High: 83°F | Chance of showers overnight
- Monday: Partly sunny, scattered showers | High: 82°F | Chance of rain: 40%
