Rhode Island – Fog hangs thick over Providence streets, softening headlights and dampening pavement as visibility drops near 2 miles across key corridors. Drivers are already slowing along I-95 and I-195, where mist and moisture are creating a sluggish midday travel pattern.
According to the National Weather Service, patchy fog lingers into early afternoon with mostly cloudy skies and highs near 62°F. Winds remain light but shift southwest, signaling a gradual transition toward a wetter pattern heading into the weekend.
Across Providence, Warwick, and Pawtucket, conditions stay quiet through Saturday with highs near 65°F and increasing cloud cover. Roads remain mostly dry, but early morning fog may continue to reduce visibility on bridges and elevated roadways.
By Saturday night, showers begin to develop with a 60% chance of rain after sunset. Conditions deteriorate further Sunday, when widespread rain moves in with an 80% chance of steady showers and highs near 61°F. Expect slick roads and reduced visibility along I-95, Route 6, and I-295, especially during the evening commute. Ponding water may form in low-lying areas, so plan extra travel time and avoid sudden stops.
Rain tapers Sunday night, followed by a cooler, clearer pattern Monday with highs near 52°F and sunshine returning. Overnight lows dip into the 30s early next week, raising the risk of patchy slick spots if surfaces remain wet .
Five Day Outlook For Providence, RI:
Saturday: High 65°F, increasing clouds
Sunday: High 61°F, steady rain likely (80%)
Monday: High 52°F, mostly sunny
Tuesday: High 49°F, slight chance of showers
Wednesday: High 49°F, sunny
