Caribou, Maine – Bitter cold is gripping Maine to start the week, with gusty northwest winds driving wind chills well below zero across much of the state Monday and setting the stage for another round of snow by Tuesday night.
According to the National Weather Service in Caribou, temperatures today will struggle to climb out of the low teens across northern Maine and the low 20s Downeast. Gusty northwest winds will make it feel significantly colder, especially during the morning and midday hours under mostly sunny to partly cloudy skies.
Conditions turn quiet but dangerously cold tonight as skies clear and winds ease. Overnight lows are expected to fall near zero across northern Maine, with low teens likely Downeast. Frostbite can occur quickly with prolonged exposure, and residents are urged to limit time outdoors and ensure pets and vulnerable individuals are protected.
Tuesday remains very cold but more tranquil, with highs ranging from the low teens north to the mid-20s near the coast. Late Tuesday into Tuesday night, a low pressure system sliding south of Maine is expected to spread snow into southern and western parts of the state. Several inches of snow are possible, with locally heavier amounts developing along the Midcoast Tuesday night.
Travel conditions could deteriorate quickly Tuesday night, especially in southern and coastal areas. Additional advisories may be issued as snowfall totals become clearer, and residents should continue monitoring updates as winter hazards continue into midweek.
