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47°23'N /
68°59'W / Altitude 663 ft
1 mi / 1.5 km SW of Apex Wx station in Fort Kent
1 mi / 1.5 km SW of Apex Wx station in Fort Kent
Madawaska,
ME -- 28
mi/45 km ENE of Fort Kent
St. John River @ Dickey Bridge,
Allagash
Approx.
32 mi / 51 km WSW of Fort Kent
Apex Wx
Fort Kent & the Saint John Valley, Maine
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Sunday, April 12
High: 51° at 5:05 pm | Low: 32° at 6:06 am
Precipitation: 0.00" | Snow: 0.0"
Avg. Daily Wind: N @ 3 mph | Max. Gust:
18 mph @ 8:48 am
Data
source: Davis Instruments Vantage
Pro 2 Personal Weather Station | Rain gauge
not heated in winter.
Monday, April 13
Precipitation 2026
Normal High: 44° |
Record High: 81° (1945)
Normal Low: 24° | Record Low: 4° (1985)
Normal Daily Precipitation: 0.10" | Record Precipitation: 1.83" (1940)
Normal Low: 24° | Record Low: 4° (1985)
Normal Daily Precipitation: 0.10" | Record Precipitation: 1.83" (1940)
Normal Daily Snowfall:
0.2" | Record Snowfall: 8.0" (1943)
Source: NOAA
SC-ACIS NWS Caribou climate data
Rain:
8.99" | normal: 9.13 (-0.14")
Snow 25-26: 78.3" | normal: 96.9" (-18.6")
Snow 25-26: 78.3" | normal: 96.9" (-18.6")
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Annual snowfall measured from
July 1 - June 30 ❄️
Data source: NOAA SC-ACIS NWS Caribou climate data
Data source: NOAA SC-ACIS NWS Caribou climate data
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Fort
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The Week Ahead for Fort Kent & the Saint John Valley
of Maine
7-Day Outlook: Mon. Apr. 13 – Sun. Apr.
19
Mostly cloudy skies this evening give way to partly cloudy skies overnight behind the cold front with temperatures in the mid-30s and northwest wind at 5 mph. NWS Caribou notes that "[a]bove normal temperatures through the end of the week combined with some rainfall will result in river ice continuing to break up, melt, and clear out on the northern rivers."
High pressure to the north brings partly sunny skies Tuesday morning with daytime highs topping out in the upper 40s/near 50F. Clouds increase in the afternoon as low pressure approaches form the Great Lakes bringing a 50% chance of rain by afternoon with rainfall totals less than 1/10-inch expected by evening.
An 80% chance of rain is expected Tuesday night, with mostly cloudy skies, as a small area of low pressure advances east. Rainfall amounts in the 1/10 to 1/4-inch range expected with a low in the middle 30s and east wind near calm.
For Wednesday, mostly cloudy skies remain across the SJV most of the day as high pressure briefly builds across the region. Highs climb into the upper 40s to near 50°F with a 40% chance of rain with totals less than 1/10-inch currently anticipated.
Showers linger Wednesday night across Fort Kent and the Upper Saint John Valley with partly cloudy skies and a 30% chance of precipitation. Lows fall into the middle 30s with north wind 0-7 mph.
The low slides into the Maritimes by Friday afternoon with partly sunny skies developing and a 40% chance of rain. Highs in the mid-50s with north wind 0-7 mph. Rain tapers off overnight into early Saturday with partly cloudy skies overspreading the SJV. Low in the mid-30s with light north wind.
Saturday looks mostly sunny with a high climbing into the low 60s. Another system approaching late in the day brings a 20% chance of rain by afternoon with light southeast winds across the region. Saturday night, a 50% chance of rain is expected as low pressure to the north pulls a cold front towards the area. Temperatures fall into the low 40s with south wind 0-7 mph.
Sunday, area residents can expect partly sunny skies with a 50% chance of rain. High in the middle 50s with south wind 8-14 mph. A 30% chance of rain showers continues Sunday evening before tapering to rain/snow showers overnight as the front moves east and cooler air wraps around the departing system. Temperatures in the low 30s with west wind 8-14 mph. Some rain/snow showers may linger into Monday thanks to cooler air settling into the Valley.
Updated
April 13 at 8:40 AM EDT
Today – Wednesday
A warm front will lift across the Valley this afternoon
followed by a cold front this evening. Rain has spread out ahead
of the warm front with between 1/4 and 1/2-inch rainfall expected
today with an 80% chance of precipitation. Highs today in the low
50s with south wind around 10 mph.
Mostly cloudy skies this evening give way to partly cloudy skies overnight behind the cold front with temperatures in the mid-30s and northwest wind at 5 mph. NWS Caribou notes that "[a]bove normal temperatures through the end of the week combined with some rainfall will result in river ice continuing to break up, melt, and clear out on the northern rivers."
High pressure to the north brings partly sunny skies Tuesday morning with daytime highs topping out in the upper 40s/near 50F. Clouds increase in the afternoon as low pressure approaches form the Great Lakes bringing a 50% chance of rain by afternoon with rainfall totals less than 1/10-inch expected by evening.
An 80% chance of rain is expected Tuesday night, with mostly cloudy skies, as a small area of low pressure advances east. Rainfall amounts in the 1/10 to 1/4-inch range expected with a low in the middle 30s and east wind near calm.
For Wednesday, mostly cloudy skies remain across the SJV most of the day as high pressure briefly builds across the region. Highs climb into the upper 40s to near 50°F with a 40% chance of rain with totals less than 1/10-inch currently anticipated.
Showers linger Wednesday night across Fort Kent and the Upper Saint John Valley with partly cloudy skies and a 30% chance of precipitation. Lows fall into the middle 30s with north wind 0-7 mph.
Thursday – Sunday
Partly sunny skies early Thursday give way to mostly
cloudy skies with a 50% chance of rain by afternoon as
another area of low pressure approaches from the vicinity of
the Great Lakes. Rain is likely Thursday night as the low
consolidates and approaches from the west, though models are
not in agreement on its exact track at present. Temperatures
in the low 40s with southwest wind 0-7 mph expected. Chance
of precipitation is 70%.
The low slides into the Maritimes by Friday afternoon with partly sunny skies developing and a 40% chance of rain. Highs in the mid-50s with north wind 0-7 mph. Rain tapers off overnight into early Saturday with partly cloudy skies overspreading the SJV. Low in the mid-30s with light north wind.
Saturday looks mostly sunny with a high climbing into the low 60s. Another system approaching late in the day brings a 20% chance of rain by afternoon with light southeast winds across the region. Saturday night, a 50% chance of rain is expected as low pressure to the north pulls a cold front towards the area. Temperatures fall into the low 40s with south wind 0-7 mph.
Sunday, area residents can expect partly sunny skies with a 50% chance of rain. High in the middle 50s with south wind 8-14 mph. A 30% chance of rain showers continues Sunday evening before tapering to rain/snow showers overnight as the front moves east and cooler air wraps around the departing system. Temperatures in the low 30s with west wind 8-14 mph. Some rain/snow showers may linger into Monday thanks to cooler air settling into the Valley.
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Multiple rounds of strong to severe thunderstorms with heavy rain are expected across the Southern and Central Plains and the Midwest through midweek, while additional storms impact the Great Lakes and interior Northeast. A wavering frontal boundary will focus repeated storm development, bringing periods of heavy rainfall and a risk of damaging winds and hail. A brief lull Tuesday daytime will be followed by another active round Tuesday night. Meanwhile, unsettled weather shifts from California to the Four Corners and Pacific Northwest, with mountain snow and valley rain. Warm conditions expand eastward, challenging records, while dry, gusty winds elevate critical fire weather risk over the central and southern High Plains. Localized flooding may occur in areas with repeated downpours possible.
Enhanced
Severe Storm Risk in the Upper
Mississippi Valley
An enhanced risk of severe thunderstorms is expected across the Upper Mississippi Valley and parts of the Great Lakes today and tonight. Storms may produce large to very large hail, damaging winds, and a few tornadoes, especially near a warm front where conditions will be most favorable. Thunderstorms are likely to develop late this afternoon and evening, becoming more organized as they track eastward. While some storms may cluster over time, early activity could remain isolated and intense. Farther south, across portions of Texas and Oklahoma, a more isolated and uncertain severe weather threat exists. If storms develop there, they could also become strong, but overall coverage is expected to remain limited.
An enhanced risk of severe thunderstorms is expected across the Upper Mississippi Valley and parts of the Great Lakes today and tonight. Storms may produce large to very large hail, damaging winds, and a few tornadoes, especially near a warm front where conditions will be most favorable. Thunderstorms are likely to develop late this afternoon and evening, becoming more organized as they track eastward. While some storms may cluster over time, early activity could remain isolated and intense. Farther south, across portions of Texas and Oklahoma, a more isolated and uncertain severe weather threat exists. If storms develop there, they could also become strong, but overall coverage is expected to remain limited.
Marginal
Flood Risk with Additional Rainfall Across
the Upper Midwest
A marginal risk for excessive rainfall remains in place from eastern Minnesota through Wisconsin into parts of Michigan. Periods of rain, possibly accompanied by a few thunderstorms, could bring locally heavier amounts despite a slight decrease in overall rainfall expectations. Some areas, especially in eastern Wisconsin and western Michigan, still have a moderate chance of receiving over one inch of rain. This may lead to localized flooding concerns, particularly where rivers and streams are already running high. Additional rainfall could also accelerate ongoing snowmelt, increasing runoff into waterways. While widespread flooding is not expected, conditions may worsen in more vulnerable locations, and water levels should be monitored closely.
A marginal risk for excessive rainfall remains in place from eastern Minnesota through Wisconsin into parts of Michigan. Periods of rain, possibly accompanied by a few thunderstorms, could bring locally heavier amounts despite a slight decrease in overall rainfall expectations. Some areas, especially in eastern Wisconsin and western Michigan, still have a moderate chance of receiving over one inch of rain. This may lead to localized flooding concerns, particularly where rivers and streams are already running high. Additional rainfall could also accelerate ongoing snowmelt, increasing runoff into waterways. While widespread flooding is not expected, conditions may worsen in more vulnerable locations, and water levels should be monitored closely.
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Critical Fire Weather Threat Across the Central High Plains
Critical fire weather conditions are expected today across eastern Wyoming, southwestern South Dakota, northwestern Nebraska, and southeastern Colorado. Dry air and gusty winds will combine during the afternoon, creating an environment favorable for rapid fire spread. Humidity levels will drop very low while winds increase, especially across open terrain and elevated areas. These conditions will persist for several hours during peak heating. Farther south and east, including parts of the southern Appalachians and Piedmont, elevated fire weather concerns are also expected due to dry conditions and breezy winds. Although winds may be somewhat lighter in these areas, dry vegetation will still support an increased risk of fire ignition and spread.
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Critical Fire Weather Threat Across the Central High Plains
Critical fire weather conditions are expected today across eastern Wyoming, southwestern South Dakota, northwestern Nebraska, and southeastern Colorado. Dry air and gusty winds will combine during the afternoon, creating an environment favorable for rapid fire spread. Humidity levels will drop very low while winds increase, especially across open terrain and elevated areas. These conditions will persist for several hours during peak heating. Farther south and east, including parts of the southern Appalachians and Piedmont, elevated fire weather concerns are also expected due to dry conditions and breezy winds. Although winds may be somewhat lighter in these areas, dry vegetation will still support an increased risk of fire ignition and spread.
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Weather Notice:
This information is based on available computer models and data and
may not reflect current conditions or later forecast updates. Always
visit NWS Caribou at
https://www.weather.gov/car/ for the latest official watches,
warnings, and advisories for northern Maine.
Apex Wx is a private weather information service unaffiliated with NOAA/NWS operated by Joseph Becker, PhD. Dr. Becker holds a certification in weather forecasting from Penn State University and is a trained NWS Storm Spotter.
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The vast majority of weather apps are automated without human oversight and can miss critical, nuanced details during severe or changing weather. Do not rely on an app for the forecast. Instead, go to weather.gov for the forecast.
Radar apps visualize precipitation intensity using color-coded echoes. However, updates are not instant, and even the most advanced composite radar mosaics can be delayed by 5 to 20 minutes by the time they reach your app.That delay means the weather you are viewing might already be miles away — or more intense than the image suggests.
Apex Wx is a private weather information service unaffiliated with NOAA/NWS operated by Joseph Becker, PhD. Dr. Becker holds a certification in weather forecasting from Penn State University and is a trained NWS Storm Spotter.
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- Sun/Moon data from timeanddate.com.
- NOAA Warning Banner provided by WillyWeather.com.
- Additional Archived Weather Data from Apex Wx is at the University of Utah's MesoWest
- Apex Wx logo by Joanna Becker ©2016 (Visit Bushi and Brush Arts Dojo)
The vast majority of weather apps are automated without human oversight and can miss critical, nuanced details during severe or changing weather. Do not rely on an app for the forecast. Instead, go to weather.gov for the forecast.
Radar apps visualize precipitation intensity using color-coded echoes. However, updates are not instant, and even the most advanced composite radar mosaics can be delayed by 5 to 20 minutes by the time they reach your app.That delay means the weather you are viewing might already be miles away — or more intense than the image suggests.
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