Caribou, Maine – Temperatures in Caribou are on the rise this week, with a string of sunny, hot days pushing highs into the upper 80s by Friday and even flirting with 90° by Monday. Residents can expect calm, mostly clear nights, but patchy fog may develop late Wednesday, creating early morning visibility hazards for local commuters.
According to the National Weather Service, Tuesday through Friday brings dry, sunny weather with highs steadily climbing from the mid-70s to the mid-80s. Winds stay light, but a shift to the north on Tuesday will keep humidity in check. Patchy fog could develop late Wednesday night into Thursday morning, especially in low-lying areas and rural roads around Caribou, New Sweden, and Limestone.
Thursday and Friday deliver peak summer heat, with daytime highs of 80° and 85° respectively. Relief is limited—nights stay mostly clear and mild, with lows in the 50s and low 60s. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms returns late Saturday, with another round of scattered showers possible overnight. Sunday and Monday look even hotter, with highs near 89° to 90°.
Drivers should watch for fog early Thursday and be prepared for slick roads if showers develop Saturday afternoon. Staying hydrated and limiting outdoor activity during peak heat hours is recommended as temperatures soar into the weekend. The next update may include thunderstorm watches if patterns shift; stay tuned for new alerts through early next week.
Five Day Forecast for Caribou, Maine:
Tuesday: Sunny, high 76°
Wednesday: Sunny, high 78°, patchy fog overnight
Thursday: Sunny, high 80°
Friday: Sunny, high 85°
Saturday: Partly sunny, afternoon showers and storms possible, high 83°
