Rhode Island residents can expect a stretch of sunny fall weather as October begins, with Friday, October 3, shaping up to be the warmest day of the week.
According to the National Weather Service, Providence will see clear skies and highs near 69 degrees Friday before temperatures climb into the upper 70s over the weekend. Commuters should anticipate smooth travel conditions along I-95 and surrounding highways, with no weather-related disruptions expected through Sunday.
Today, Wednesday, October 1, brings sunny skies and a high near 63. Northeast winds between 11 and 16 mph will keep the air crisp. Tonight, conditions remain mostly clear with lows around 43.
Thursday will continue the dry trend, reaching a high near 62 under sunny skies. Winds will calm as the day progresses, setting up a clear, mild night.
By Friday, the warm-up arrives. Skies stay bright with light winds, and highs push close to 70. That sets the stage for a weekend of nearly perfect fall conditions. Saturday climbs to 78, and Sunday reaches 79, both under clear skies. Lows at night remain comfortable, staying in the mid-50s.
For residents planning Halloween decorating, this weekend offers ideal weather—mild, sunny, and dry. Outdoor projects, fall sports, and leaf-peeping trips across Rhode Island will benefit from the calm stretch.
Looking ahead, Monday and Tuesday remain sunny with highs near 79, extending the streak of pleasant weather into next week.
The first weekend of October offers Rhode Islanders a chance to enjoy the season without worrying about storms, rain, or travel delays.
