WeatherStory

Expecting scattered to widespread showers today across the area with lots of clouds. Expect isolated to scattered thunderstorms as well. Rain showers will bring only temporary relief for fire weather concerns across the region. Showers also bring little to no relief for the ongoing dry/drought conditions. Best locations for rainfall will be Moosehead Region, North Woods and much of the St. John Valley. Elsewhere, rainfall will barely wet the top layer of the soil. Expecting dry weather to return Tuesday - Thursday across the area. Latest forecast: www.weather.gov/car and see the latest Maine Forest Service Fire Danger rating at www.mainefireweather.org