Maine greets the morning under a hard winter grip.
Cold air presses down across Aroostook County, and the chill feels immediate.
Early temperatures hover near 8 degrees in Caribou, but wind chills drop to around -15 to -20 degrees. Northwest winds whip across open fields, making exposed skin sting within minutes. Travel remains mostly dry, yet the cold alone creates dangerous conditions for anyone spending time outside.
Clouds linger early, though brief breaks appear later. Even with filtered sun, temperatures struggle today, topping out near 17 degrees. Wind gusts up to 30 mph keep it feeling far colder. Limit outdoor exposure when possible and dress in layers, hats, and gloves.
Tonight turns even colder. Skies partially clear, allowing temperatures to dip to around -1 degree. Wind chills remain below zero, setting the stage for another bitter start Tuesday morning.
Conditions stay cold but calmer Tuesday. Sunshine helps highs climb to about 23 degrees, offering limited relief. Attention then shifts to Tuesday night, when snow chances increase after midnight. Light snow becomes possible as clouds thicken, with a 40 percent chance of precipitation.
By Wednesday, snow chances rise further. Scattered snow showers are expected through the day, with a 50 percent chance of snow. Accumulations appear light, but slick roads could develop quickly, especially during daytime travel. Plan extra time and watch for reduced visibility during heavier bursts.
Snow chances linger into Wednesday night before tapering. Thursday brings colder air again, with highs near 27 degrees and only a slight chance of lingering snow showers. Winds ease, but winter remains firmly in place.
Looking ahead into early next week, long-range trends hint at gradual moderation, with temperatures edging upward. Even so, winter holds strong across northern Maine.
5-Day Outlook – Caribou, ME
- Today: Partly sunny, high 17
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 23
- Wednesday: Chance of snow, high 27
- Thursday: Slight snow chance, high 27
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 26
