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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
Near
Edmonston, New Brunswick, Canada
St. John River @ Dickey
Bridge, Allagash
Mt. Katahdin
US Route 1 @ Van Buren, ME
Approx. 32 mi / 51 km WSW of Fort Kent
Mt. Katahdin
US Route 1 @ Van Buren, ME
Approx.
32 mi / 51 km SE of Fort Kent, ME
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The
Week Ahead for Fort Kent & the Saint John Valley of
Maine
7-Day
Outlook: Tue. June 30 → Mon. July 6, 2026
Updated
June 30 at 8:05 AM EDT
Tue. June 30 – Thu. July 2
High pressure will build across the Valley today; however, a
nearly stationary frontal boundary ahead of a strong low pressure
area over Manitoba will move across the SJV today and produce partly
sunny skies along with some scattered showers and thunderstorms this
afternoon. Rainfall amounts are expected to remain light—less than
1/10-inch; however, locally heavier rainfall may be associated with
any thunderstorms, and the Weather Predication Center has the region
at "marginal
risk" for excessive rainfall today. High in the low 80s with
near calm winds.
A warm front ahead of the Manitoba low will lift across the
Valley tonight into Wednesday while some moisture associated with
the low is carried over the top of the strong ridge of high pressure
building over the eastern US. This will bring a chance of widespread
shower activity to Fort Kent and vicinity tonight with
isolated thunder possible overnight. Rainfall amounts in the 1/10 to
1/4-inch range are expected tonight. Low near 60°F with southeast
winds 0-5 mph shifting to the south-southwest by early Wednesday.
Some patchy fog is possible overnight, too.
There is a chance for a round of thunderstorms to move into the area Wednesday afternoon. Conditions will be more favorable for stronger storms than they were on Tuesday, especially across western portions of the region, and the NOAA Storm Predication Center has most of western and northern Maine at "marginal risk" (Level 1) for isolated strong storms.
There is a chance for a round of thunderstorms to move into the area Wednesday afternoon. Conditions will be more favorable for stronger storms than they were on Tuesday, especially across western portions of the region, and the NOAA Storm Predication Center has most of western and northern Maine at "marginal risk" (Level 1) for isolated strong storms.
While many communities may see only brief downpours, a few storms
could become strong, producing heavy rain, frequent lightning, gusty
winds, and torrential rainfall. The heaviest rain is most likely
across western areas, where localized flooding of low-lying and
poor-drainage locations is possible. Not everyone will experience
thunderstorms, but those who do could see rapidly changing weather
and brief hazardous conditions, so should plan any outdoor
activities accordingly.
Area residents can expect partly cloudy to mostly sunny skies
Wednesday with a 40% chance of showers/thunderstorms. High in the
mid-80s with south-southwest wind 4-6 mph.
Wednesday night, mostly cloudy skies in the evening give way to
partly cloudy conditions overnight with a low in the upper 60s.
Evening showers/thunderstorms wane by midnight with less than
1/10-inch precipitation for most locations. Southwest winds 0-5 mph
become west overnight 0-5 mph.
Thursday, partly sunny skies are anticipated as a cold front/triple
point associated with low pressure near James
Bay tracks towards northern Maine. Scattered afternoon showers
and thunderstorms are possible with a 40% chance of precipitation.
Once again, a large portion of western and northern Maine are at
marginal risk for isolated strong storms. Around 1/10 to 1/4-inch
rainfall is possible in areas receiving precipitation. Thursday's
high reaches the lower 90s with west winds 5-10 mph.
Thursday night, area residents can expect widespread showers and
isolated thunderstorms with a 50% chance of precipitation. Most
locations will see less than 1/10-inch rainfall, except in storms.
Low in the upper 60s with west wind 0-5 mph.
Fri. July 3 – Mon. July 6
Through Saturday, conditions will remain unsettled, bringing periodic chances for showers and thunderstorms as low pressure and trailing cold front move east in the Maritimes. It is too early to determine exactly when storms will develop, and they could occur at almost any time of day or night rather than being limited to the afternoon and evening. While there will also be dry periods, any thunderstorms that do develop could become strong, producing heavy downpours, gusty winds, frequent lightning, and localized flooding. Thunderstorm chances may begin to decrease by Sunday as the weather pattern gradually becomes less favorable for storm development.
Through Saturday, conditions will remain unsettled, bringing periodic chances for showers and thunderstorms as low pressure and trailing cold front move east in the Maritimes. It is too early to determine exactly when storms will develop, and they could occur at almost any time of day or night rather than being limited to the afternoon and evening. While there will also be dry periods, any thunderstorms that do develop could become strong, producing heavy downpours, gusty winds, frequent lightning, and localized flooding. Thunderstorm chances may begin to decrease by Sunday as the weather pattern gradually becomes less favorable for storm development.
Anyone preparing outdoor activities for the 250th Independence
Day festivities should monitor upcoming forecasts and plan
accordingly. In particular, if thunder roars, go indoors (for
example, note the damage produced by a possible
lightning strike at the Comfort Inn hotel in Augusta, Maine,
Sunday, June 28).
Friday will be warm and mostly sunny, with afternoon highs reaching the upper 80s. While much of the day will be dry, there is a slight chance of a passing shower during the late morning, followed by a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms during the afternoon and early evening. Any storms that develop could produce brief heavy downpours and lightning before diminishing after sunset. Friday night will become partly cloudy, with temperatures cooling into the lower 60s. A lingering shower or thunderstorm will remain possible during the evening before dry weather becomes more likely overnight.
The holiday weekend will feature warm days, comfortable nights, and only isolated chances for afternoon and evening showers or thunderstorms. Independence Day will be mostly sunny with highs in the lower 80s and a 20% chance of a brief afternoon or evening shower or thunderstorm. Saturday night, partly cloudy skies with lows in the upper 50s and a slight chance of an isolated shower or storm.
High pressure builds down from the Hudson Bay region as the
weekend progresses. Consequently, Sunday looks mostly sunny with
highs in the upper 70s and another
slight chance of a passing afternoon shower or thunderstorm before
skies become partly cloudy Sunday night with lows in the mid-50s.
Mostly sunny skies are expected on Monday, with afternoon highs
in the upper 70s. Monday night will be partly cloudy with lows in
the mid-50s, with a slight chance of a passing rain shower.
Extended Outlook
Based on long-range forecast
model trends, high pressure looks to build across the Saint
John Valley Tuesday, July 7 with a low pressure system potentially
affecting the region Wed. July 8 through Fri. July 10. Daytime highs
should generally range from the upper 70s to lower 80s, while
nighttime lows fall into the upper 50s and lower 60s. There will be
periodic chances for showers and thunderstorms each day, with the
greatest potential during the afternoon and evening with
precipitation chances in the 20 to 40% range. Above normal
temperatures and precipitation are possible through Mon. July 13.
Outlooks are typically updated form
7-9 AM weekdays and 8-10 AM weekends and holidays.
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Severe
Storms and Dangerous Heat Continue Across
Much of the Nation
Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected across parts of the northern Plains, Upper Midwest, Great Lakes, and Northeast through Wednesday as a cold front moves east. Some storms could produce damaging wind gusts, large hail, torrential rainfall, and localized flash flooding. Additional strong thunderstorms are also possible across the central and southern Plains, where isolated storms may become severe. Across the Southeast, slow-moving thunderstorms could bring heavy rain and localized flooding. Meanwhile, dangerous heat will remain the most widespread hazard across much of the central and eastern United States. Afternoon temperatures in the 90s and lower 100s, combined with high humidity and warm nights, will increase the risk of heat-related illness. Cooler than normal temperatures will continue across much of the western United States.
Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected across parts of the northern Plains, Upper Midwest, Great Lakes, and Northeast through Wednesday as a cold front moves east. Some storms could produce damaging wind gusts, large hail, torrential rainfall, and localized flash flooding. Additional strong thunderstorms are also possible across the central and southern Plains, where isolated storms may become severe. Across the Southeast, slow-moving thunderstorms could bring heavy rain and localized flooding. Meanwhile, dangerous heat will remain the most widespread hazard across much of the central and eastern United States. Afternoon temperatures in the 90s and lower 100s, combined with high humidity and warm nights, will increase the risk of heat-related illness. Cooler than normal temperatures will continue across much of the western United States.
Severe
Thunderstorms Threaten Parts of
the Midwest, Northeast, and
Plains Today
Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected to develop across portions of the Upper Midwest, Northeast, and central and southern High Plains today. The greatest threats include damaging wind gusts, large hail, and a few tornadoes, especially in northern Wisconsin, the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, parts of New York and Vermont, and portions of the central and southern Plains. Some storms could organize into larger clusters capable of producing widespread damaging winds. Additional strong storms are also possible across parts of the Southeast, where isolated damaging wind gusts may occur during the afternoon and early evening.
Strong to severe thunderstorms are expected to develop across portions of the Upper Midwest, Northeast, and central and southern High Plains today. The greatest threats include damaging wind gusts, large hail, and a few tornadoes, especially in northern Wisconsin, the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, parts of New York and Vermont, and portions of the central and southern Plains. Some storms could organize into larger clusters capable of producing widespread damaging winds. Additional strong storms are also possible across parts of the Southeast, where isolated damaging wind gusts may occur during the afternoon and early evening.
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Heavy
Rain and Localized Flash
Flooding Possible in Several
Regions Today
Heavy rain may lead to
isolated flash flooding across
parts of the Great Lakes, New
England, southwest Texas,
Florida, and portions of the
southern High Plains today.
Scattered thunderstorms will
develop in a warm, humid air
mass, with some storms producing
intense downpours capable of
dropping 1 to 3 inches of rain
in a short period. The greatest
flooding concerns will be in
low-lying and poor-drainage
areas, along with locations near
burn scars and dry stream beds
in the southern Rockies, where
runoff can develop quickly.
Across New England, repeated
thunderstorms could also produce
locally heavy rainfall and
isolated flash flooding. In
Florida, slow-moving
thunderstorms along a cold front
will bring additional heavy rain
and localized flooding concerns
through the day.
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Dangerous
Fire Weather Conditions Expected
Across the Four Corners Region
Critical fire weather conditions are expected across northeast Arizona, eastern Utah, western Colorado, and far northwest New Mexico today. Strong southwest winds combined with very dry air will create conditions that can allow any new or existing fires to spread rapidly. Wind gusts around 15 to 25 mph and very low humidity will develop by late morning and continue into the evening, with the most dangerous conditions expected during the afternoon hours. Some areas of eastern Utah and western Colorado could see especially hazardous conditions where fire behavior may become extreme. In addition, isolated dry thunderstorms are possible across parts of New Mexico and southern Colorado, which could produce lightning that ignites new fires.
Critical fire weather conditions are expected across northeast Arizona, eastern Utah, western Colorado, and far northwest New Mexico today. Strong southwest winds combined with very dry air will create conditions that can allow any new or existing fires to spread rapidly. Wind gusts around 15 to 25 mph and very low humidity will develop by late morning and continue into the evening, with the most dangerous conditions expected during the afternoon hours. Some areas of eastern Utah and western Colorado could see especially hazardous conditions where fire behavior may become extreme. In addition, isolated dry thunderstorms are possible across parts of New Mexico and southern Colorado, which could produce lightning that ignites new fires.
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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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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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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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