The storm brought dark skies to New England during a time of year usually reserved for sunshine and cookouts.
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It’s already been the cloudiest May in years, and more clouds are on the way
Skies over the Portland International Jetport were completely covered by clouds 10 out of the first 20 days this month, according to the National Weather Service.
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Drizzly days bring relatively low rainfall to Maine, despite ‘omega block’
Between Sunday and Tuesday evening, less than 2 inches of rain fell over most of the state, though parts of southern Maine experienced between 2-3 inches, according to the National Weather Service.
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Sudden downpours from ‘omega block’ threaten flooding across Maine
Rainstorms caused by the unusual weather pattern are expected to hit Maine late Monday and continue through Wednesday.
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Wet weekend ahead, with snow forecast for most of Maine
A mix of rain and snow starting overnight Friday and carrying into Saturday will leave roads slick and snowy by morning, according to the National Weather Service.
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Experts say US weather forecasts will worsen as DOGE cuts mean fewer balloon launches
Weather balloons provide information that forecasters and computer models use to figure out what the weather will be and how dangerous it can get.
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Spring storm delivers slick roads, crashes, closures in Maine
Fire and police departments across the state report a high number of accidents.
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Rainfall eases drought conditions, but the relief may be temporary
Much of Maine has been in a period of drought since September — a situation worsened by a drier-than-normal winter.
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Spring might arrive on time this year. Good luck convincing Mainers.
We’re so used to fluctuating weather toying with our emotions, a true spring feels like the least likely scenario.
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National Weather Service to halt weather balloon work in Maine
Within hours of the news, forecasters at news outlets throughout the country decried the decision, saying that it would undermine forecasting for affected communities.