Caribou, Maine – Thunderstorms and gusty winds could sweep across northern and eastern Maine starting Thursday afternoon as a cold front moves through the region, bringing a multi-day stretch of unsettled weather just ahead of the July 4th holiday.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, showers and thunderstorms are likely to begin after 11 a.m. Thursday, with the highest threat for severe storms and damaging wind gusts arriving between 5 p.m. and 11 p.m. This hazardous weather outlook remains in effect through Tuesday, July 8, and includes Central Highlands, Aroostook, Penobscot Valley, and Downeast Maine.
Residents in towns such as Houlton, Millinocket, and Presque Isle should prepare for brief but intense downpours, wind gusts over 20 mph, and potential power disruptions. Travel may be affected, especially during Thursday evening and again on Independence Day, when more thunderstorms are possible across the region.
Drivers should avoid flooded roads and keep phones charged in case of outages. Spotters are encouraged to report any severe conditions.
Warnings remain in effect through Tuesday, with updated advisories expected daily as conditions develop.
📅 Five-Day Forecast for Caribou, ME:
- Thursday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. High near 80°F. Winds SSW 5–9 mph.
- Thursday Night: Thunderstorms continue through 11 p.m. Low 56°F.
- Friday (Independence Day Observed): Showers/t-storms possible after 1 p.m. High 72°F.
- Saturday: Partly sunny with scattered showers. High near 80°F.
- Sunday: Continued storm chance after 2 p.m. High 85°F.
