Rhode Island – A cold, gray start is already creating slick spots across Providence, where temperatures hover near 34°F and untreated roads may briefly ice over. Drivers are reporting damp pavement with a light glaze in shaded areas, especially on bridges.
According to the National Weather Service, dry conditions hold through today with highs reaching near 45°F. However, early morning temperatures near freezing increase the risk of patchy ice before surfaces warm later in the day.
Across Providence, Warwick, and Pawtucket, roads improve by late morning as sunshine returns and temperatures climb. Still, areas along I-95, Route 6, and local overpasses may stay slick the longest. Take it slow through mid-morning hours.
Midweek brings a gradual warmup. Highs reach the low 50s Wednesday with increasing clouds. By Thursday, temperatures rise to near 57°F, but a developing system introduces rain chances through the day.
Rain becomes more likely Thursday night, with a 60% chance of steady showers. Wet roads and reduced visibility could impact travel across the evening hours. Expect slower commutes and allow extra braking distance.
Rain lingers into Friday morning with another 60% chance before tapering. As temperatures fall to the low 20s Friday night, any leftover moisture could refreeze, creating patchy black ice early Saturday.
The weekend trends drier and cooler, with sunshine returning and highs near 40°F Saturday, then mid-40s Sunday. A gradual spring warmup builds into early next week.
If you’re heading out this morning, watch for icy patches on less-traveled roads. Are conditions slick where you are? Stay safe and plan ahead.
Five Day Outlook for Providence, RI:
Wednesday: Partly sunny, high near 51°F
Thursday: Chance of rain, high near 57°F
Friday: Rain likely early, high near 53°F
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 40°F
Sunday: Sunny, high near 46°F
