This Might Be Maine’s Snowiest Day of the Entire Winter

Our Pine Tree State sees plenty of ‘snowy days’ each year, but one day has to be snowier than all the rest, right?

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Listen, we get it—weather is unpredictable, and there’s no way to know for sure when or how much it will snow. That’s exactly why we’re leaning into the word ‘might’ in our headline. Historically, this day has seen some serious snow, but we’re not guaranteeing a blizzard. Plausible deniability? Absolutely.

With that in mind, how do we determine which day of the year—of course, during winter—is the snowiest in Maine?

To identify Maine's snowiest day, historical weather data was analyzed for patterns across multiple years. The focus was on dates with repeated snowfall, significant accumulations, and notable storm events. Records from Bangor and Portland were referenced, as both typically experience peak snowfalls in January, with Bangor averaging 20 inches and Portland averaging 19.7 inches for the month, according to VisitMaine.com and BestPlaces.net.

Alright, now that we’ve cleared that up, how did we pick the date? It might sound like we’re planning a wedding, but nope! You may still want to 'save the date' and prepare for some serious snow.

Based on repeated patterns observed over the years, January 20th is often Maine's snowiest day. This date aligns with the peak of the winter season, a time when powerful storms frequently impact our state. For instance, Bangor sees many major snowfalls occurring in the mid-to-late part of the month, according to VisitMaine.com. Similarly, Portland experiences its heaviest snowfall in January, as reported by BestPlaces.net.

So, there you have it. You might want to plan for a snow day—or maybe call out of work—on January 20th, as that’s historically the date we’re most likely to get snow in Maine.

What are your thoughts on January 20th being recognized as Maine’s ‘snowiest day’ of the year? Keep an eye on the forecast for that date! We’d love to hear from you—join the conversation by messaging us on the app!