Storm Warning Issued for Coastal Maine and Massachusetts Waters Through Tuesday Morning

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Gray, Maine, has issued a Storm Warning for several coastal zones. The alert is officially in effect from 8:00 PM EDT on Monday, March 16, through 8:00 AM EDT on Tuesday, March 17.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following maritime regions and coastal waters:

• Coastal Waters from Stonington, ME to Port Clyde, ME out 25 NM
• Penobscot Bay
• Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out 25 NM
• Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME to Merrimack River, MA out 25 NM

What You Should Do

Mariners are urged to take immediate safety precautions. The National Weather Service recommends that mariners remain in port, alter course to avoid the storm’s path, or secure their vessels in preparation for severe conditions.

Expected Conditions

The region is expected to experience south winds ranging from 25 to 35 knots, with powerful gusts reaching up to 55 knots. Significant wave heights are forecasted between 11 and 16 feet. These storm-force winds and hazardous seas are capable of capsizing or damaging vessels and will significantly reduce visibility for any craft at sea.

Timeline

The Storm Warning begins at 8:00 PM EDT on Monday, March 16, 2026. The hazardous conditions and storm-force winds are expected to persist until the warning expires at 8:00 AM EDT on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.