Caribou, ME – Snow showers will continue across northern Maine through Saturday, bringing additional accumulation and gusty winds before a slight weekend warm-up. Travelers should remain cautious as blowing snow could reduce visibility on major roadways.
According to the National Weather Service, lingering snow showers will persist into Saturday afternoon, with patchy blowing snow reducing visibility at times. Winds could gust up to 38 mph, especially in open areas. Temperatures will remain cold, with a high near 20°F. By Saturday night, conditions will begin to clear, though wind chills may still dip below zero.
Sunday will bring a break from snow, with mostly sunny skies and slightly milder temperatures reaching 26°F. However, winds could still reach 25 mph, keeping conditions brisk. Residents should also prepare to set their clocks forward one hour as Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 a.m. Sunday.
Looking ahead, Monday introduces another chance for snow showers, mainly in the afternoon, with highs reaching 27°F. Tuesday and Wednesday are expected to be partly sunny, with daytime highs climbing to the low 30s, signaling a gradual transition toward milder spring weather.
Drivers should remain cautious on local roads, especially in rural and exposed areas where snowdrifts may persist. For updated travel conditions, visit newengland511.org.
