It’s Impossible To Forget The Year Maine Saw Its Single Largest Snowfall Ever
Last year’s winter was pretty unbelievable. Between the near-constant freezing temps and the snowfall that didn’t seem to stop, it may have felt like the worst winter season in the state’s history. But, it sure wasn’t! While it looks like this year’s winter might be surprising, we’re hoping it’s not like the winter Maine once experienced. The snowiest winter in Vacationland history was recorded in 2008 and it wasn’t pretty.
There have been a dizzying amount of snowstorms in Maine that contribute to yearly snowfall levels that break records.
While most people can recall what they believe was the worst in their hometown, there is only one record-breaking storm to hit the state that has officially earned the distinction of being Maine's single largest snowfall.
Now keep in mind that plenty of full winters have turned out snowier than the one in 2013. Take 2007-2008, for instance. Maine received nearly 200 inches of snow that year. But, no single snowfall surpassed what fell in 2013.
Between 2 and 3 feet of snow fell southern and central Maine over the course of February 8th and 9th.
Other parts of the area were similarly affected with South Berwick seeing 32 inches, Westbrook seeing 30 inches, Saco getting 27 inches, Hollis experiencing 24.5 inches and 25.5 inches falling in Lewiston.
What made this storm particularly difficult was mix of heavy snowfall, incredibly high winds as well as the fact that the storm took almost 36 hours to actually clear out.
Winds were also incredibly high, with the strongest sustained winds reaching as high as 77 mph in Matinicus. Areas like Portland and Augusta also measured huge gusts of wind at around 50 mph.
There have certainly been harsh storms since 2013, but the next time you feel like you're stuck in the midst of an endlessly snowy winter in Maine remember that it'll take a lot to surpass Winter Storm Nemo in 2013.
While we’re still enjoying fall, winter will be here soon. To fully enjoy it, here’s a town you might want to check out. It turns into an absolute winter wonderland and it’s magical!
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Michelle has lived in many places, but counts Maine as one of the best. In addition to the smell of ocean water in the air on rainy days in Portland, she loves puppies, photography, funny people, the Maine Red Claws, traveling, fresh tomatoes, Cambodia and filling out forms. For questions, comments and inquiries please email: mstarin@onlyinyourstate.com.
