Caribou, ME – Maine’s spring weather is about to ramp up, with the National Weather Service issuing a Hazardous Weather Outlook for Caribou and surrounding areas, predicting high winds and significant rainfall over the next several days.
Sunday, April 20 marks the start of this weather event, with wind gusts expected to reach 40-50 mph. The winds will come from the northwest and are likely to cause disruptions, including possible travel delays. Residents and travelers should take precautions, especially if on the roads or near exposed areas. As for the rain, it’s expected to intensify later in the day, with some areas possibly seeing brief showers or thunderstorms.
Monday, April 21, will see a continuation of the windy conditions, with gusts reaching 24 mph, but it will also bring a chance of rain. The rain could increase in intensity by Tuesday, April 23, where a near 90% chance of showers is predicted. Wind speeds will moderate slightly, but the rain is likely to persist throughout the day, with overcast conditions throughout the week.
If you plan to travel along Route 1 or any northern Maine roadways, plan for slow-moving traffic and check the weather frequently for any road closures or advisories. In the event of poor visibility or rapidly changing weather conditions, avoid traveling if possible.
Wednesday through Friday will continue to bring windy conditions, with occasional light rain showers throughout the week, along with a chance of frost Tuesday night. Make sure to protect plants if you’re gardening and secure outdoor objects.
5-Day Forecast (Caribou, ME):
- Sunday: High of 43°F, low of 32°F, 40-50 mph gusts from the northwest.
- Monday: High of 54°F, low of 32°F, windy conditions, chance of rain 39%.
- Tuesday: High of 46°F, low of 36°F, heavy rain likely, chance of rain 90%.
- Wednesday: High of 52°F, low of 38°F, cloudy with a 30% chance of rain.
- Thursday: High of 55°F, low of 37°F, 30% chance of rain.
