Foggy Christmas morning in Portland with temperatures in the 40s, rain expected mid-week

Foggy Christmas morning in Portland with temperatures in the 40s, rain expected mid-week

Christmas morning is anticipated to commence with foggy conditions, particularly for those waking up to temperatures in the 30s. Travelers are advised to exercise caution due to potentially slick roads and reduced visibility caused by the fog.

Throughout the day, mountain areas can expect highs in the upper-30s, while inland and coastline areas will experience low-40s temperatures. Cloudy conditions are projected to persist for most of the week.

Starting in the 30s, the morning will see temperatures rise to the upper-30s, reaching the low-40s by mid-afternoon. These temperatures slightly exceed the normal average for this time of the year, which is around 36 degrees.

Fog is expected to return in the evening, affecting both the coastline and inland areas. The fog is predicted to linger into Tuesday’s commute times, accompanied by more clouds as temperatures stay in the low to mid-40s.

A gradual warming trend is forecasted for Wednesday, with temperatures reaching into the 40s. However, this slightly dry period is expected to conclude on Wednesday as rain becomes likely.

By Thursday morning, temperatures will be in the low-40s near the coast and 30s inland. Residents in Cumberland County can anticipate heavy rain during the wakeup hours. Fortunately, most areas will experience rain totals under an inch, with Coos County in NH expected to receive just over an inch. Stay tuned for updates on the weather forecast.