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Rhode Island-Massachusetts Weather Alert: 3 Inches, Flood Watch Nov 7 in Providence
Rhode Island — Rain soaked streets, lingering fog and rising runoff are creating a concerning start to the weekend across Providence and surrounding communities. A Flood Watch remains in effect throug
By Sophie Caldwell · 2026-11-07T09:47:19.509Z
Rhode Island — Rain soaked streets, lingering fog and rising runoff are creating a concerning start to the weekend across Providence and surrounding communities. A Flood Watch remains in effect through 10 a.m. Saturday, with additional rainfall threatening already saturated areas.
According to the National Weather Service Boston/Norton office, excessive rainfall could produce flooding across Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts.
The Flood Watch includes Providence, Warwick, Cranston, Newport, Bristol and neighboring communities, along with portions of southeastern Massachusetts.
Forecasters warned that an additional 2 to 3 inches of rainfall could fall across parts of the broader watch area, with isolated higher amounts possible.
Flooding Concerns Continue Across Rhode Island The National Weather Service warns that excessive runoff could flood rivers, creeks, streams and other low lying locations.
Poor drainage areas face additional concerns, particularly where fallen leaves and debris block storm drains.
Providence's local outlook calls for an 80% chance of showers Saturday, mainly before 8 a.m.
Temperatures could reach 67 degrees, unusually mild feeling weather for a rainy November weekend.
Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport reported rain, fog and temperatures near 61 degrees early Saturday.
Drivers traveling Interstate 95, Interstate 195 and Route 10 should watch for standing water, especially near low lying exits.
Never attempt to drive through flooded roadways.
Conditions Improve Sunday, But Colder Air Follows Rain chances decrease Saturday evening, although scattered showers remain possible between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m.
The chance of precipitation falls to 50%, with temperatures dropping toward 44 degrees.
Sunday brings improving conditions, with clouds gradually giving way to sunshine.
High temperatures reach approximately 60 degrees, accompanied by west winds gusting near 24 mph.
By Sunday evening, temperatures fall toward 41 degrees.
Monday turns sunny but cooler, with highs around 56 degrees.
Monday night brings another noticeable temperature drop, with lows near 37 degrees.
November Chill Builds Toward Veterans Day Tuesday continues the dry stretch, with mostly sunny skies and highs near 57 degrees.
Veterans Day brings sunshine and temperatures near 60 degrees.
However, colder nighttime temperatures remain a developing concern.
Wednesday night lows could reach 35 degrees, followed by temperatures near 34 degrees Thursday night.
Rain chances return Thursday night and Friday, currently estimated at 40%.
No snow, tornado threat or flash freeze event is indicated in Providence's supplied local outlook.
Residents should nevertheless monitor future temperature changes as November progresses.
Providence Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 7 11 Saturday, Nov. 7: High 67°. Showers likely, 80% chance, with patchy fog. Low 44°, with a 50% chance of showers. Sunday, Nov. 8: High 60°. Increasing sunshine, with west wind gusts near 24 mph. Low 41°, mostly clear. Monday, Nov. 9: High 56°. Sunny and cooler. Low 37°, mostly clear. Tuesday, Nov. 10: High 57°. Mostly sunny. Low 40°, mostly clear. Wednesday, Nov. 11: Veterans Day. Sunny, high 60°. Low 35°, partly cloudy. Looking Ahead: Nov. 12 13 Thursday brings mostly sunny conditions and highs near 54 degrees.
Rain chances return Thursday night, with temperatures falling toward 34 degrees.
Friday features a 40% chance of rain and highs near 51 degrees.
Beyond Nov. 13, winter weather remains a seasonal consideration, but the supplied outlook does not establish a specific snowstorm or freezing rain threat.
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