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Fort Kent Outdoor Center
47°23'N / 68°59'W / Altitude 663 ft
1 mi / 1.5 km SW of Apex Wx station in Fort Kent



Mont Farlagne Route 2, Canada
Mont Farlagne Route 2  NB Canada
Near Edmonston, New Brunswick, Canada




St. John River @ Dickey Bridge, Allagash
St. John River at Dickey, ME
Approx. 32 mi / 51 km WSW of Fort Kent



ME Route 11 @ Soucy Hill
ME Route 11 @ Soucy Hill
Approx. 25 mi / 38 km S of Fort Kent




US Route 1 @ Van Buren, ME
US 1 @ Van Buren, ME
Approx. 32 mi / 51 km SE of Fort Kent, ME




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Fort Kent & the Saint John Valley, Maine
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  🔴 Live Apex Wx Station Conditions 🔴
Fort Kent, Maine

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📊 Fort Kent Weather Almanac 📊 (Click to Collapse/Expand)
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66°F
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Climate data source: NOAA RCC ACIS with Fort Kent weather records since 1893. Climate normals and historical records are sourced via NOAA/ACIS data feeds and are intended for informational purposes only. Data can occasionally contain provisional values or missing periods due to automated reporting delays.

☀️Sun & Moon Information for Fort Kent, Maine 🌕

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Moon Phase: 🌖 Waning Gibbous → 🌗 Last Quarter 6:00 AM EDT 8 June

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Moonset🌙5:50 AM EDT this morning  |  Moonrise🌙 10:57 PM EDT this evening

Notice: Sun and moon times are astronomical predictions based on ideal horizon conditions and standard calculations, rather than real-time observations. Actual visibility will vary depending on your exact local topography, weather, and atmospheric distortion. More information at timeanddate.com.


The Week Ahead for Fort Kent & the Saint John Valley of Maine
Outlooks updated 7-9 AM ET Weekdays / 8-10 AM Weekends & Holidays
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7-Day Outlook: Tue. Jun. 2 – Mon. Jun. 9
Updated June 2 at 11:35 AM EDT

Short-Term Forecast: Today – Thursday
Weak surface low pressure over the Maritimes and an associated upper level trough sliding towards the coast this morning will keep mostly cloudy skies over Fort Kent and vicinity this morning into the afternoon. Clouds begin to thin later today as high pressure sets up over the Great Lakes and builds in with warmer, drier air for the Valley. Highs expected in the middle 60s with only a 5% chance of precipitation. Northwest wind 5-8 mph this morning become north in the afternoon increasing to 5-10 mph. Tonight, partly cloudy skies with temperatures falling into the lower to mid-40s and calm winds are expected. Only a very slight 5% chance of precipitation overnight.

Wednesday, the large ridge high pressure centered over the Great Lakes spreads over the eastern US and builds into the Saint John Valley with drier and warmer conditions. Valley residents can anticipate mostly sunny skies with a high in the upper 70s to near 80 and west winds 0-5 mph falling to near calm late in the day. Wednesday night, mostly clear skies with temperatures in the lower 50s and near calm west-southwest wind.

Thursday, mostly sunny skies are expected early with high pressure moving to the US Southeast. Temperatures climb into the low to middle 80s with west wind 8-10 mph expected. Thursday night, mild conditions with partly cloudy skies and lows in the mid-50s with west wind 0-7 mph.

Medium-Range Forecast: Friday – Monday
High pressure will settle into the Southeastern US in the late week/weekend period. Northern Maine will be on the northern periphery of the circulation around the high with some disturbances and moisture being carried across the region as a result, which will lead to some showery periods this weekend.

Friday, a cold front sags across the Crown of Maine while low pressure in Québec and a triple point approaches from the west with partly sunny skies and scattered afternoon showers in Fort Kent and vicinity with up to 0.25-inch possible in some locations. High in the mid-70s with a 40% chance of rain. Friday night, partly-to-mostly cloudy skies with temperatures in the lower 50s and a 40% chance of scattered showers along with some isolated thunderstorms possible.

Low pressure and associated fronts slide across the region Saturday with partly sunny skies and slightly cooler temperatures in the lower 70s. A 40% chance of scattered showers expected. Saturday night, some scattered showers in the evening then isolated showers overnight with lows in the middle 40s. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

High pressure builds in from Québec Sunday into Monday with diminishing chances of rain and sunny skies returning to the County once more. Mostly sunny skies overspread the area Sunday with highs in the low to mid-70s with mostly clear to partly cloudy skies Sunday night and temperatures in the upper 40s and negligible chances of precipitation. Monday remains mostly sunny with a high in the mid- to upper 70s followed by mostly clear skies Monday night with temperatures in the lower 50s.

Extended Forecast
High pressure brings partly cloudy to mostly sunny and dry conditions Tuesday and Wednesday June 9-10 mph with highs generally in the 70s and lows in the 50s. Thursday through Saturday June 11-13, low pressure and a front may affect the area with increased cloudiness and chances of showers. Highs look to be in the mid-70s with lows in the low 50s.

NOAA Climate Predication Center 8-14 day climate trends for June 9-15 indicates above normal temperatures and near normal precipitation amounts for the region.

Extended forecasts are subject to change as weather patterns evolve so should be considered guidance rather than precise predictions. Check for updated forecasts and advisories as conditions develop.


🌤️ Daily Weather for Fort Kent & Vicinity 🌤️
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Maine / New Brunswick Regional Satellite

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Credit: College of DuPage / NOAA GOES-19 Imagery (visible--day; night--infrared)


🇺🇸 US National Weather Outlook 🇺🇸 (Click to Collapse/Expand)

Active Pattern Brings Thunderstorms, Heavy Rain, and Local Flooding Concerns
An unsettled weather pattern will continue through midweek across parts of the Rockies, Plains, and Southwest. Several rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected as weather systems move eastward and interact with warm, humid air. The greatest concerns will be across the Northern Plains, where some storms may become severe with damaging winds, large hail, and an isolated tornado. Heavy rainfall may also lead to localized flash flooding, especially in North Dakota, west Texas, and New Mexico. Additional showers and thunderstorms are likely to develop across the Northern Rockies and Intermountain West on Wednesday. Temperatures will generally remain near seasonal levels, although cooler conditions are expected to spread across portions of the Southern Plains and Southeast as a cold front moves southward.


🌪️⛈️ Severe Weather Outlook ⛈️🌪️
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Severe Storm Threat Develops Across the Northern Plains and Other Regions
Thunderstorms are expected to increase this afternoon and evening across portions of the Northern Plains, where the strongest storms may produce large hail, damaging wind gusts, and a few tornadoes. The highest threat will be near a cold front stretching across parts of Wyoming and North Dakota. Elsewhere, scattered thunderstorms may develop across southeast Texas, southwest Texas, and southeast New Mexico, with some storms capable of producing strong, locally damaging winds. Across southern Georgia and much of Florida, warm and humid conditions will support afternoon thunderstorm development, and a few stronger storms may bring gusty winds. While many locations will experience typical summertime thunderstorms, residents in areas at risk for severe weather should remain alert for rapidly changing conditions and possible warnings.


🌧️Excessive Rainfall Outlook 🌧️
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Heavy Rain and Localized Flooding Threat Across the Plains and Southwest
Periods of heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected today across parts of North Dakota, eastern New Mexico, and west Texas. In North Dakota, warm and humid air will fuel developing thunderstorms that may become more widespread during the evening. Some areas could receive several inches of rain in a short period of time, increasing the risk of flash flooding. Across eastern New Mexico and west Texas, scattered thunderstorms will develop near higher terrain before moving eastward. Heavy downpours may lead to localized flooding, especially near burn scars and in hilly areas. Along the Gulf Coast and across Florida, numerous showers and thunderstorms will also produce heavy rainfall. Urban and low-lying locations may experience flooding where storms repeatedly track over the same areas.

🔥Fire Weather Outlook
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Isolated Thunderstorms Bring Lightning Concerns to the Southwest
A few thunderstorms are expected to develop across western and central New Mexico, with some activity extending into nearby portions of eastern Arizona and southern Colorado. Moisture levels will gradually increase, allowing storms to form during the afternoon and evening hours. However, much of the lower atmosphere will remain very dry, which means many storms may produce little rainfall despite frequent lightning. Some locations could experience brief downpours, but others may see gusty winds and lightning with little or no measurable rain. Storm movement will be relatively slow, and coverage is expected to remain isolated. Dry vegetation across the region may be vulnerable to lightning-caused fire starts where rainfall is limited.


National Weather Outlook information sources: Weather Prediction Center & Storm Prediction Center

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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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2-Day Tropical Atlantic Outlook
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7-Day Tropical Atlantic Outlook
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Maine Drought Monitor
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Saint John River at Fort Kent
Saint John River at Fort Kent
Ice in winter may affect gauge measurement.


Fish River at Fort Kent
Fish River at Fort Kent
Ice in winter may affect gauge measurement.


Allagash River above Allagash
Allagash River above Allagash
Ice in winter may affect gauge measurement.


St. John River at Dickey
St. John River at Dickey
Ice in winter may affect gauge measurement.



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Today's Sun
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Aurora Outlook
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