Rhode Island – A sharp February chill hangs over Providence this morning, with temperatures near 22 degrees and wind chills in the teens. The sun is bright, but sidewalks remain stiff and icy in shaded spots. Drivers along I-95 and Route 6 should watch for slick patches where meltwater refroze before sunrise.
According to the National Weather Service in Norton, highs climb to around 35 degrees today under sunny skies. Northwest winds stay light between 3 and 5 mph. Any limited melting this afternoon could refreeze quickly as temperatures fall to near 18 degrees tonight. A slight 20 percent chance of snow develops after 4 p.m., though accumulation looks minimal.
Saturday turns mostly sunny with a high near 39 degrees. Conditions improve during the afternoon, but another cold night follows with lows near 19. Sunday stays bright and crisp, with highs around 36 degrees and lighter winds. Sunday night trends mostly cloudy with lows near 20.
Washington’s Birthday brings a modest rebound. Highs reach 40 degrees under partly sunny skies, marking the start of a gradual thaw. Monday night holds near 29 degrees. Tuesday pushes warmer, with highs near 47 under mostly sunny skies.
Midweek signals point to increasing clouds and a 40 percent chance of rain by Wednesday, with highs near the upper 40s. Longer-range trends favor above-normal temperatures late next week, hinting at early spring vibes across southern New England.
Five Day Outlook for Providence, RI:
Today: Sunny, high 35.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 39.
Sunday: Sunny, high 36.
Monday: Partly sunny, high 40.
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 47.
