Caribou, Maine – Storms brewing Friday afternoon could disrupt travel and weekend plans across northern Maine, with gusty winds, small hail, and heavy rainfall possible by mid-evening.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, a cold front will spark thunderstorms beginning after 2 p.m. Friday, with the greatest risk between 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. across interior southern areas. Some of these storms may turn strong, particularly along major corridors like U.S. Route 1 and Route 161 near Caribou.
Residents should prepare for changing road conditions, reduced visibility, and isolated hail events. Winds may gust up to 20 mph by late afternoon, with a few cells capable of brief downpours and minor flooding. While the storms will taper by nightfall, the weekend stays unsettled.
Saturday brings a widespread chance of rain, especially after 2 p.m., with storm chances continuing into Saturday night. Sunday offers a slight break, but showers may return by evening. Drivers and outdoor event planners should check updated forecasts daily.
Hazardous weather is not expected after Friday, but confidence remains low regarding storm strength. More updates will be issued if conditions escalate.
🔎 FIVE-DAY OUTLOOK (Caribou, Maine | June 5–10)
- Thursday: Isolated showers before noon, then storms likely after 2 p.m. High 85°F. Winds S 10–20 mph.
- Friday: Mostly sunny early, then storms after 2 p.m. High 80°F. Gusty winds, hail possible.
- Saturday: Rain likely, mainly after 2 p.m. High 69°F. Southeast wind 5–8 mph.
- Sunday: Slight chance of showers early. High near 71°F. Mostly sunny.
- Monday: Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of showers. High 73°F. Rain chances increase Monday night.
