Gray, Maine – The chances for a White Christmas are increasing across Maine as a midweek weather system could bring accumulating snow back to the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Gray, a clipper system is expected to move through the area between Tuesday and Wednesday, with the potential to produce accumulating snowfall. This comes after recent mild conditions and snowmelt across much of the state.
Forecast guidance indicates a measurable chance for 2 inches or more of snow by Christmas Eve, particularly across interior and northern portions of Maine. Probabilities are lower closer to the immediate coastline, where warmer air and mixed precipitation may limit accumulations.
The National Weather Service noted that snowfall amounts and exact placement remain uncertain several days out, but confidence is growing that at least some areas will see renewed snow cover ahead of Christmas.
Modeled snow depth graphics show lingering snowpack across northern Maine, while southern and coastal areas would rely more heavily on new snowfall to achieve a White Christmas.
Forecasters emphasized that this is not a final forecast, and small shifts in the storm track could significantly affect snow totals and rain-snow lines. Residents are encouraged to monitor updates closely over the coming days.
For holiday travelers, the potential midweek snowfall could impact road conditions, especially during overnight and early morning hours if snow develops as expected.
Additional updates and probability graphics are available from the National Weather Service as the forecast evolves.
