The snowmobiling season began about six weeks late this winter, and weather conditions have made it difficult to maintain the state’s 14,000 miles of riding trails.
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The week starts cold, but mild air returns on Thursday
After record-breaking warmth on Saturday, winter has settled back in. Warmer weather does not stay away for long, though.
Light snow to start the week, but milder weather returns
The morning commute could be slick on Tuesday. After that, temperatures finally trend to be above average.
Snowtrac: Snow and sleet totals for Feb. 4 storm
The map below illustrates reported snowfall or sleet accumulations from National Weather Service observers as of 8 p.m. Friday.
‘It’s been a mess’: Southern Maine gets coated in sleet
State police reported more than 10 crashes on the Maine Turnpike on Friday morning, and the snow-ice mix caused headaches for residents.
Portland jetport cancels most flights as messy winter storm bears down
Rain was expected to change over to ice and sleet Thursday night, followed by several inches of snow in southern areas of the state and as much as 18 inches in northern regions.
New Hampshire girl hurt when snowmobile collides with car in Dallas Plantation
The girl’s father was charged for allowing the 11-year-old to cross Stratton Road on a snowmobile.
Quiet to start the week, but messy weather returns Thursday
Things are sunny after the blizzard. While the middle of the week is a bit warmer, it also looks stormy.
Snowtrac: Snowfall totals for Jan. 29 storm
The map below illustrates reported snowfall accumulations from National Weather Service observers as of 10:37 a.m. Sunday.
Snowfall estimates creep up for central Maine as nor’easter’s track leans farther inland
The snow will fall at a rate of 1 to 3 inches per hour, according to the National Weather Service, and will start mid-morning Saturday.