Snow is expected to move into Maine by late Monday morning, creating slick travel conditions by the afternoon and evening. Inland areas may see 2-5 inches of snow, while coastal regions could experience rain by late afternoon. Snow and rain are expected to end in the evening, with highs in the 30s. Tuesday will bring partly sunny skies and temperatures in the mid-40s, with a slight chance of showers. Another wave of rain or snow is possible on Wednesday, followed by clearer weather on Thursday. However, unsettled conditions with possible rain and snow are anticipated as the weekend approaches.
PORTLAND (WGME) — Snow is expected to begin moving in by late morning on Monday, creating slick travel conditions across Maine for the afternoon and evening.
Additional rain and snow opportunities are forecast for later this week.
Snow will start late in the morning on Monday and will intensify through the afternoon, with periods of heavy snowfall leading to challenging travel, particularly inland.
The most substantial snowfall totals will occur inland, with expectations of 2-5 inches, while coastal areas may see lesser amounts, with a transition to rain likely by late afternoon or early evening. Snow and rain should taper off during the evening hours. Monday’s highs will be in the 30s.
On Tuesday, calmer weather is anticipated, featuring partly sunny skies and highs reaching the mid to upper 40s, though a stray shower cannot be entirely dismissed.
Wednesday will bring another opportunity for rain or snow as a system approaches in the afternoon, with the potential for light precipitation and some slippery travel conditions.
Thursday is expected to clear up, providing the most sunshine of the week with highs in the 40s.
On Friday, more cloud cover is anticipated, with high temperatures remaining in the 40s.
As we head into the weekend, conditions are expected to become more unsettled, with a possibility of rain and snow as a system moves in from the west. Chilly temperatures will persist, primarily in the 30s. Stay updated with the forecast this week.
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