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Rhode Island Weather Alert: Providence 80% Rain Friday, Nov 10-14
RHODE ISLAND — Rain covered highways, patchy fog and a sharp November temperature drop could change travel conditions around Providence by Friday. After temperatures reach 58 degrees, colder air will
By Paige Sullivan · 2026-11-10T08:51:23.370Z
RHODE ISLAND — Rain covered highways, patchy fog and a sharp November temperature drop could change travel conditions around Providence by Friday. After temperatures reach 58 degrees, colder air will push readings toward 33 degrees as widespread rain moves through.
According to the National Weather Service, Providence faces an 80% chance of precipitation Thursday night and Friday. The developing system could affect commuters across Providence County, nearby Bristol County, Massachusetts, and the greater Providence metropolitan area.
The biggest concern is the combination of wet pavement, reduced visibility and colder temperatures heading into the weekend.
Providence Enjoys 58 Degree Warmth Before Rain Arrives Tuesday, November 10, brings partly sunny skies, gradually becoming sunny, with temperatures reaching approximately 58 degrees.
Westerly winds between 5 and 9 mph should accompany relatively comfortable afternoon conditions.
Wednesday, Veterans Day, remains sunny, with another high near 58 degrees.
Residents have a brief opportunity to clear fallen leaves, clean gutters and secure outdoor decorations before rain arrives.
The National Weather Service's broader weather discussion highlights a strengthening low pressure system and colder air advancing into the eastern United States.
That changing pattern will bring unsettled conditions to southern New England.
Thursday Rain Chances Increase to 80% Thursday, November 12, starts mostly cloudy, with temperatures reaching approximately 57 degrees.
Rain becomes possible after 5 p.m., with an initial precipitation chance of 30%.
Conditions turn wetter Thursday evening.
Rain becomes likely after 8 p.m., with precipitation chances climbing to 80%.
Temperatures fall toward 39 degrees as northeast winds increase to 7 10 mph.
Drivers traveling Interstate 95, Interstate 195 and Route 146 should prepare for wet pavement and potentially slower travel.
Friday Brings Rain, Patchy Fog and Colder Temperatures Friday, November 13, presents the week's greatest travel concern.
The National Weather Service predicts an 80% chance of rain, with patchy fog possible before 8 a.m.
Afternoon temperatures reach only 49 degrees.
That's 9 degrees colder than Wednesday's projected high.
Northerly winds around 14 mph could make exposed areas feel colder.
Rain remains likely Friday evening, with precipitation chances near 60% before 8 p.m.
Temperatures eventually fall toward 33 degrees.
That represents a 25 degree difference between Tuesday's afternoon high and Friday night's low.
Although temperatures approach freezing, the current outlook does not indicate a widespread flash freeze event.
Motorists should still watch for localized slick spots if wet surfaces cool to freezing.
Saturday Brings Another Rain Chance Before Clearing Saturday, November 14, remains mostly cloudy, with temperatures reaching approximately 48 degrees.
A 40% chance of rain develops after 4 p.m.
Northwest winds could gust to 21 mph, adding a brisk November feel.
Saturday night temperatures fall toward 33 degrees.
Sunday looks brighter, with mostly sunny skies and highs near 51 degrees.
Providence Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 10 14 Tuesday, Nov. 10: Becoming sunny, high 58°F. Evening low 42°F. Wednesday, Nov. 11: Sunny, high 58°F. Evening low 37°F. Thursday, Nov. 12: Mostly cloudy, 30% late day rain chance. High 57°F. Rain chance rises to 80% Thursday night, low 39°F. Friday, Nov. 13: Rain and early patchy fog, high 49°F. Precipitation chance 80%. Evening low 33°F. Saturday, Nov. 14: Mostly cloudy, 40% late day rain chance. High 48°F. Wind gusts up to 21 mph, evening low 33°F. Looking Ahead: Nov. 15 16 Sunday should reach approximately 51 degrees under mostly sunny skies, followed by a low near 32 degrees.
Monday looks mostly sunny, with temperatures reaching approximately 52 degrees.
As Thanksgiving approaches, Rhode Island residents should continue monitoring potential cold outbreaks and winter precipitation.
No accumulating snow or tornado threat is indicated in the supplied Providence outlook.
Specific snowfall timing and longer range storm impacts remain uncertain.
Traveling I 95 or I 195 Friday? Tell us whether you're encountering heavy rain, fog or slick pavement around Providence.