Heavy Snow Continues Across Maine As Christmas Storm Lingers And New England Braces For Additional Rounds Of Winter Weather This Week

MAINE — A lingering Christmas storm continues to bring steady snowfall to Maine this morning, prompting a heavy snow warning from Portland to Rockland to Farmington as another band of wintry weather pushes through the region. Forecasters say the snowfall amounts have been close to expectations, but the timing shifted, leading to slower impacts overnight and into early morning hours.

Heavy Snow Warning In Effect From Portland To Rockland

Weather officials report that snow will continue through the morning hours, with radar showing steady bands stretching from the coast inland toward central Maine. Cities including Portland, Rockland, Waterville, Farmington, Augusta and Bangor remain under active winter alerts as the storm slowly rotates across the region. The snowfall may continue to add coating accumulations to major roadways, particularly where heavier bursts develop.

Radar imagery shows a defined low-pressure center near Montpelier and Concord, with moisture pushing northeast into Maine. The circulation is helping to maintain areas of persistent snow along the I-95 corridor and coastal routes.

Central New England Could See Additional Snow Showers

Meteorologists also noted several heavier snow showers forming to the southwest that appear ready to push into central New England over the next few hours. These fast-moving snow bands could produce quick coatings on untreated roads, especially in colder pockets of New Hampshire and Vermont.

While accumulations from these showers are expected to be limited, their timing could create brief travel difficulties, particularly as morning commuters head out following the Christmas holiday.

Storm Tracking Slightly Differed From Forecast Timing

Forecasters acknowledged that although totals aligned with expectations in many areas, the arrival and overlap of snow bands occurred later than predicted, reducing the immediate overnight impact. Meteorologists described the unexpected shift as “a half win,” joking that it could be considered a “Christmas miracle” given how the bands reorganized through the night.

Still, the ongoing snowfall and the unpredictable nature of the post-storm circulation require continued attention from travelers and residents across Maine.

More Storms Expected Friday And Sunday

This Christmas system is only the beginning of a multi-day active weather pattern. Meteorologists warn that two more storms are already lining up: one arriving Friday and another expected Sunday. Early outlooks indicate the Friday storm could bring another round of accumulating snow, while Sunday’s system remains under analysis for possible mix or snow potential.

Forecasters plan to release updated projections later today to refine expectations for the incoming storms, especially as temperatures fluctuate across New England.

Residents across Maine and the surrounding region are encouraged to monitor new alerts, stay cautious on roads and prepare for additional winter weather through the upcoming week. If you are experiencing snowfall conditions in Maine today, share your updates and follow ongoing coverage at SaludaStandard-Sentinel.com.