Maine wakes under a pale sky as light snow drifts through bitter air.
Breath freezes fast, boots crunch loudly, and exposed skin stings within minutes. This Weather matters now because Winter hazards are intensifying across far northern Maine during peak holiday travel.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, hazardous weather is limited early, but conditions deteriorate quickly. Temperatures sit near 8 degrees this morning, with wind chills already below zero. Snow chances continue on and off through the day, though accumulations remain light initially.
Christmas Day turns more active. Snow becomes likely by morning, with patchy blowing snow developing by afternoon. Highs reach only around 22 degrees, and winds increase. Visibility may drop at times, especially on rural highways and exposed stretches.
By Thursday night, the cold sharpens significantly. Gusty northwest winds combine with plunging temperatures, driving wind chills near -20 degrees. That level of cold poses a risk to anyone outdoors for extended periods. Limit exposure and dress in layers.
Friday stays brutally cold, with highs near 10 degrees. Patchy blowing snow continues, and untreated roads may remain slick. Travel requires extra time and caution.
Saturday, December 27, brings some improvement for post-Christmas travel. Skies turn mostly sunny, but highs only reach the mid-teens. Any snowmelt is minimal, and refreezing remains a concern after sunset.
Looking ahead, meteorologists flag a significant winter storm possible early next week, signaling continued Winter disruption as December closes.
Five-Day Outlook – Caribou, ME
• Today: Chance of snow, high near 18°
• Christmas Day: Snow likely, high near 22°
• Thursday: Blowing snow, low near 2°
• Friday: Cold, patchy blowing snow, high near 10°
• Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 14°
