Maine – The air stings exposed skin this morning as northern Maine wakes under a deep February chill. Exhaust plumes hang low. Snow squeaks under boots. Winter feels locked in.
Early conditions in Caribou show temperatures near 6 degrees, with wind chills around minus 5. Gusty northwest winds add bite, making short trips outdoors uncomfortable. Roads appear quiet, but cold pavement keeps any leftover moisture frozen solid.
According to the National Weather Service, highs today only reach the low 20s despite sunshine. Gusts near 20 mph worsen the cold feel through midday. Drivers should remain cautious on untreated roads and shaded stretches of Route 1, where slick spots can linger.
Tonight turns sharply colder. Lows drop near 1 degree, setting the stage for refreezing wherever daytime melting occurs. Walkways, driveways, and parking lots may glaze over quickly after sunset.
Tuesday brings little relief. Skies stay mostly sunny, but highs again hover near 22 degrees. Calm winds help slightly, though the cold remains persistent. Tuesday night dips near zero, reinforcing the deep-freeze pattern tied to a largely frozen Great Lakes region.
By Wednesday, clouds increase with a slight chance of snow developing during the afternoon. Any snow looks light, but even minor accumulation can reduce visibility and traction. Highs remain near 22 degrees, with lows falling back into the single digits.
Thursday stays cold with highs near 18 degrees. Another weak disturbance could spark snow showers, though impacts appear limited for now. Attention then turns to Friday, when snow chances increase later in the day and into the evening, potentially affecting travel ahead of the Feb 6–8 weekend.
For now, protect exposed skin, limit time outdoors, and watch for refreezing surfaces. Winter is firmly in charge across Aroostook County. How cold did it feel when you stepped outside today?
Five-Day Outlook – Caribou, ME
- Today: Mostly sunny, windy, high near 21
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 22
- Wednesday: Slight chance of snow, high near 22
- Thursday: Slight chance of snow showers, high near 18
- Friday: Chance of snow later, high near 19
