Caribou Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Caribou get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Caribou in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Caribou averages 118 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Caribou Muni Ap (1.2 km away). Snow season usually runs Oct through May, and Feb is the snowiest month (25.3 in). A typical winter brings about 30.0 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 13.1 days with 3 inches or more. So far in the 2026–27 season the biggest storm near Caribou was Oct 13, 2026, when 0.5 inches was reported in 3 S Castle Hill.
How much snow did Caribou get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Caribou in the last 72 hours (checked Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Refreshing…
| Location | Snow | Reported | Source |
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Storm-total reports from NWS spotters, CoCoRaHS observers and official stations. Preliminary — totals can rise as later reports arrive.
Caribou snowfall totals by storm, 2026–27 so far
Largest report within 16 miles of Caribou for each snow event of the 2026–27 season so far, newest first.
| Storm | Top total | Where | Reports |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13, 2026 | 0.5″ | 3 S Castle Hill | 2 |
Average snowfall in Caribou
That is more snow than 99% of the 3,058 US places we track, and above the Maine average of 73.8 inches.
Station: Caribou Muni Ap (NOAA USW00014607), elevation 190 m, 1.2 km from Caribou. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Caribou
- Presque Isle 97.5″/yr
- Houlton 95.9″/yr
- Millinocket 86.1″/yr
- Old Town 74.6″/yr
- Orono 74.6″/yr
- Bangor 74.6″/yr
- Brewer 74.6″/yr
- Hampden 74.6″/yr
- Orrington 74.6″/yr
- Pittsfield 71.5″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Caribou today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Caribou from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Caribou get a year?
On average 118 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Caribou Muni Ap.
What is the biggest snowstorm in Caribou so far in 2026–27?
The Oct 13, 2026 storm, with 0.5 inches reported in 3 S Castle Hill.
What is the snowiest month in Caribou?
Feb, with an average of 25.3 inches.
Why do snowfall totals differ between nearby towns?
Elevation, distance from the coast or lakes, and narrow snow bands can change totals by several inches within a few miles. Reports are also taken at different times during a storm.