Caribou, Maine – Maine’s summer heat takes a sharp turn Monday night as scattered thunderstorms push into Aroostook County, bringing gusty winds and heavy rain. Residents in Caribou, Presque Isle, and along Route 1 should prepare for wet roads and reduced visibility during the evening commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, an 80% chance of storms will develop Monday after 6 p.m. and continue overnight. While not expected to be severe, storms may include wind gusts up to 20 mph and locally heavy rainfall. Spotty flooding is possible in low-lying areas, especially near poorly drained intersections.
Showers are likely to continue into early Tuesday, but skies will begin to clear by midday. Tuesday night brings a much-needed break, with partly cloudy skies and lows around 56°F.
🌤️ Five-Day Forecast for Caribou, ME
Monday [7/7]: Showers and storms after 4 p.m., high 84°F. Wind NW 10–14 mph.
Tuesday [7/8]: Chance of morning showers, then clearing. High 76°F, low 56°F.
Wednesday [7/9]: Mostly sunny, high 78°F. Calm and dry.
Thursday [7/10]: Afternoon showers possible, high near 74°F.
Friday [7/11]: Scattered thunderstorms, high 74°F, 40% chance of rain.
More rain chances arrive Thursday and Friday, keeping the umbrella close through week’s end.
