Winter Storm Watch Announced for Interior Maine
- The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for much of interior Maine, starting Sunday afternoon. The snow is expected to move through Maine Sunday night into Monday, with the possibility of heavy snowfall in inland communities.
- Snow, a wintry mix, and rain will spread over the area on Sunday afternoon and will become heavy at times Sunday night for inland areas. A mix of rain and snow is likely closer to the coast. By Monday morning, the heaviest snow will be over but snow showers are possible throughout the day, making the morning commute on Monday likely messy.
- The storm is expected to bring 6 to 10 inches of snow in the foothills and mountains, including Lewiston/Auburn and the Augusta area. Closer to the coast, 3 to 6 inches of snow is expected, with lesser amounts of 1 to 3 inches expected along the immediate coastline. Any early-season storm like this does bring a bit of uncertainty and people are advised to check back for updates.
Maine Winter Storm Watch Initiated by National Weather Service
A winter storm watch has been issued by the National Weather Service for much of interior Maine this Sunday afternoon. Maine is set to face snow from Sunday night through Monday. Expect cold air to contribute to substantial snowfall in inland areas. The area will see snow, a wintry mix, and rain spreading from Sunday afternoon.
Snowfall Predicted to Intensify, Affecting Monday Morning Commute
Sunday night will see heavy snowfall in inland areas and a mix of rain and snow closer to the coast. The bulk of the snowfall will recede by Monday morning, but snow showers may still occur throughout the day. This suggests a messy Monday morning commute.
Expected Snow Accumulation
Current predictions suggest 6 to 10 inches of snow in the foothills and mountains, including Lewiston/Auburn and the Augusta area. 3 to 6 inches closer to the coast, and between 1 and 3 inches along the immediate coastline. As with any early-season storm, there’s some uncertainty, so check back for updates.
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