It’s been a cold and dry November, which could mean a lack of big winter storms if the pattern continues.
The Maine Forecast
Some rain today, but dry and chilly for Thanksgiving
Clearing takes places overnight after a period of rain today.
Expect wet roads Wednesday, but mostly dry for Thanksgiving week
Actually, with a few small exceptions, most of the country will see quiet weather this week.
Dry outlook for Thanksgiving week, but a wet weekend is coming first
Wind has ushered in dryer and chilly or air so temperatures today will not reach 50 degrees or even come close.
Thanks to Canadian air, snow returns to forecast for parts of Maine
On Thursday a cold front will push through the region and bring showers and perhaps even some heavy downpours, and snow in northern areas.
Dose of winter? Don’t be surprised if you see some snow today
Most of the precipitation from a storm to the south will miss Maine, but the northern edge should nick the area with rain and snow later Monday.
Extremes: Say goodbye to mild temps, say hello to arctic air (and snow)
Even by November standards the end of the week will be cold, and we may even get some snow.
Mild Monday, but November reality arrives Tuesday
Today’s high will reach into the 60s or 70s but by Saturday we’ll struggle to get into the high 40s.
A warm treat today; cooler, chance of showers ahead
As you start your day today you can expect a mild afternoon with highs reaching close to 70 in extreme southern Maine, while the rest of the area enjoys readings in the 60s.
October was the warmest ever in Portland. Does this mean a warm winter?
If November ends up much milder than average meteorological fall 2017 could be the warmest ever recorded.