Rhode Island – Sunshine is giving way to a developing rain pattern across Providence this afternoon, with dry pavement now but showers set to move in and disrupt travel by evening.
According to the National Weather Service, TF Green Airport will see highs near 77°F today under mostly sunny skies before a 20% chance of showers develops later, increasing overnight. By Wednesday night, rain chances climb to 50%, with thunderstorms possible and brief downpours reducing visibility.
Drivers along I-95, Route 6, and I-195 should prepare for changing conditions. Roads may turn slick quickly after sunset as scattered showers develop. Meteorologists now tracking this pattern expect multiple rounds of rain through the end of the week.
Wednesday stays warm near 78°F with a mix of sun and clouds, but scattered showers and storms may pop after 5 p.m. The unsettled stretch continues into Thursday with another 20% chance of showers, followed by increasing rain chances Friday. By Friday afternoon, a 40% chance of rain could slow commutes and create ponding on roadways.
Plan extra time for travel later today and through the week. Keep headlights on during rain and watch for sudden slowdowns in heavier bursts. Conditions may shift quickly during evening hours.
By Saturday, cooler air arrives with highs dropping to around 62°F and mostly cloudy skies, offering a break from steady rain but not a full return to sunshine.
Five Day Outlook for Providence, RI
Today: Mostly sunny, high near 77°F
Tonight: Slight chance of showers, low around 55°F
Wednesday: Chance of showers, high near 78°F
Thursday: Slight chance of showers, high near 78°F
Friday: Chance of showers, high near 75°F
