Snow showers possible along the coast ANOTHER SEASONABLY CHILLY DAY with the Arctic airmass. Thankfully, the wind will be generally light, making for a great day on the ski slopes, at the Kennebunkport Christmas Prelude, or for other activities. COASTAL SNOW SHOWER activity is possible as the "col" stationary front I discussed yesterday sets up just offshore. Generally light, if any, accumulation for areas west of Penobscot Bay. I can't rule out upwards of an inch of snow in DownEast areas Saturday evening as a weak area of low pressure forms along the boundary and tracks into the Bay of Fundy. COASTAL FLOOD STATEMENT for astronomical high tides due to the full moon. Very minor flooding is possible as the seas are down, but tide levels are teetering around flood stage in Portland and Hampton Beach. SNOW SUNDAY NIGHT INTO MONDAY: A weak clipper drops in from the northwest on Sunday. Snow showers are possible in the western mountains on Sunday afternoon, while the rest of the region remains dry until evening. Guidance is toying with an inverted (Norlun) trough development as low pressure forms offshore the MidCoast region. It's not a classic Norlun-type setup that could bring a surprise in snowfall, but it appears to be enough to make surfaces need treatment and create slick spots for the Monday morning commute. MIDWEEK SNOW POTENTIAL: A clipper is expected to pass through the region Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. The early ideas favor interior DownEast areas for accumulation. Widespread snow appears possible Wednesday into early Thursday. Stay tuned for more details on that. A wood fired sauna and a beachside escape awaits The PTW Weather Wall updates 24/7 Your financial support is needed and appreciated for 2026 Always have MULTIPLE ways to receive weather alerts. Stay aware, stay on alert, and stay safe. - Mike PRINT MEDIA: Feel free to quote and cite my work here for your stories. Please extend me the professional courtesy of acknowledging that you are referencing my material, so I can review your final product and link it on the PTW IN MEDIA page on this website. Feel free to send me a message via the Facebook page or Twitter (X) to get my phone number if necessary. Thank you! NOTE: The forecast information depicted on this platform is for general information purposes only for the public and is not designed or intended for commercial use. For those seeking pinpoint weather information for business operations, you should use a private sector source. For information about where to find commercial forecasters to assist your business, please message me and I will be happy to help you. |
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