The National Weather Service shared its seasonal outlook which forecasts above-average temperatures and very little precipitation for the rest of the year
Who would have thought August could deliver frost on Mount Washington? This unexpected chill is a wake-up call about the mountain's unpredictable weather.
Forecasters are predicting highs in the upper 90s in Bangor, Maine, on Tuesday, which would set a new record for June 24 in The Queen City. According to the National Weather Service, a high of 97 is expected on Tuesday.
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for much of Maine, including Bangor. The warning will be in effect from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, June 24.
Maine has seen some real soakers over the years. There have been times where the rain has contributed serious flooding that caused damage to homes and made roads impassable. But one rain event really stands out, and it poured so hard a new record was set for the state.
Maine isn't close to being one of the hottest states in the country. Based on average annual temperature, Maine is actually one of the coldest places in the U.S.