Caribou, ME – Northern Maine will see scattered showers and thunderstorms through Tuesday before a stretch of calmer, sunnier weather arrives midweek. Travelers along Route 1 near Caribou should be aware of wet pavement and patchy fog, which may make commutes slower and more hazardous.
Tuesday Showers and Gusty Winds
According to the National Weather Service Caribou, scattered showers are expected Tuesday with highs near 72°F and gusts up to 24 mph. Showers will taper off overnight, bringing a cooler low near 48°F, creating safer conditions for outdoor activities by Wednesday.
South winds will drive much of the unsettled start to the week, so residents are advised to avoid unnecessary travel during thunderstorms and allow extra time on wet roads.
Midweek Improvement and Labor Day Outlook
By Wednesday, mostly sunny skies will return with highs near 70°F, improving travel safety and outdoor opportunities. Rain chances drop to 20% Wednesday night and Thursday, with Friday and Saturday remaining drier and highs in the low 70s. Labor Day weekend appears seasonable, with only a slight chance of light showers Sunday.
Residents are encouraged to charge devices in case of power outages and monitor weather updates, as warnings could be issued quickly if thunderstorms intensify NWS Caribou.
Five-Day Forecast for Caribou, Maine
- Tuesday: Scattered showers, high near 72°F, gusts up to 24 mph
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, slight chance of showers, high near 70°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, 20% chance of rain, high near 70°F
- Friday: Partly sunny, dry, high near 72°F
- Saturday: Mostly cloudy, slight chance of showers, high near 74°F
How are you planning your travel or outdoor plans with Maine’s changing weather this week? Share your tips in the comments below.
