Providence, RI – Fierce westerly winds swept across southern New England before dawn, toppling small branches and scattering the last of the Halloween leaves through downtown streets and coastal neighborhoods. A Wind Advisory remains in effect until 5 a.m., with gusts reaching 45–50 mph across Rhode Island and eastern Massachusetts. Drivers of high-profile vehicles along I-95 and Route 6 should use caution early today, as crosswinds remain strong enough to make steering tricky on bridges and open stretches.
According to the National Weather Service in Norton, the blustery pattern will ease through midmorning as skies turn sunny and temperatures climb into the mid-50s. The calmer, cooler air will linger through Sunday, providing a bright fall weekend window for outdoor cleanup or early holiday decorating before the next weather shift arrives Monday.
Clouds increase Sunday evening, and a weak coastal system will bring a 60-to-70 percent chance of rain Monday, most likely during the morning and midday. Roads could turn slick, especially near Providence, Taunton, and Warwick, where leaf-clogged drains may cause minor ponding. Winds turn southwesterly at 15–20 mph before shifting northwest behind the front by Tuesday.
Residents are urged to secure lightweight yard items and clear storm drains before rain develops. Temperatures stay seasonable, with highs near 60 °F early in the week and cooler 50s returning by Wednesday. To be fair, this isn’t a harsh start to November—but models hint at colder air spilling into northern New England by midmonth, possibly signaling the region’s first early-winter flakes before Thanksgiving.
Five-Day Forecast for Providence, RI:
Sat: 55/35 – Sunny, breezy; early 45 mph gusts easing late.
Sun: 54/37 – Mostly sunny, calm; pleasant fall day.
Mon: 59/45 – 70% chance of rain; breezy, damp commute.
Tue: 57/40 – Sunny, crisp; gusty northwest breeze.
Wed: 56/43 – Partly sunny; cooler, late-fall feel.
