Maine – Frost glitters on rooftops across northern Maine as arctic air settles in and refuses to budge.
Temperatures sit firmly in the teens this morning in Caribou, with wind chills already near single digits. Skies remain mostly cloudy, but the cold is the main concern. Any breeze cuts sharply, and exposed skin chills quickly. Residents heading out early should bundle up and limit time outdoors.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, a weak disturbance brings spotty snow showers tonight into Sunday, though totals remain light. Most areas see less than an inch, but even light snow can coat roads when pavement temperatures stay well below freezing. Routes like U.S. 1 and Route 161 could turn slick, especially after dark.
Sunday stays cold and gray. Highs struggle to reach the low 20s, with occasional flurries drifting through the region. Winds ease slightly, yet wind chills remain uncomfortable. Travelers should plan extra time and keep emergency supplies in vehicles.
Sunday night marks the coldest stretch. Temperatures dip toward 10 degrees, and wind chills fall below zero in exposed areas. Any melting during daylight will refreeze fast, increasing the risk of black ice early Monday.
Monday brings limited relief. Sunshine returns, but highs only reach the upper teens. Northwest winds gust at times, keeping it feeling colder. Conditions slowly improve Tuesday with highs climbing back into the low 20s, though another chance of snow appears by midweek.
This pattern signals a firm shift into true winter for Aroostook County. Protect pets, check heating systems, and make sure vehicles are winter-ready. Cold like this leaves little margin for error.
How cold did it feel stepping outside this morning where you live in northern Maine?
Five-Day Forecast for Caribou, ME:
Sat: 21/9 – Mostly sunny; bitter cold wind chills
Sun: 22/10 – Mostly cloudy; chance of snow showers
Mon: 18/3 – Cold and dry; icy spots linger
Tue: 21/8 – Partly sunny; continued cold
Wed: 33/12 – Snow showers possible; milder late
