Providence, RI – Rhode Island residents can expect a calm and sunny Easter Sunday following a brief return of spring showers Saturday night.
According to the National Weather Service, dry and pleasant conditions will dominate the forecast through Friday, with daytime highs climbing from the upper 50s into the low 70s by the weekend. Thursday will be sunny with a high near 58°F and light northwest winds. Friday stays mostly sunny, reaching 62°F, with calm breezes shifting southwest by evening.
Showers are expected to begin Saturday night, with a 30% chance of rain and gusts near 26 mph. Motorists on Route 95 should prepare for slick conditions and reduced visibility, especially in the late-night hours.
Easter Sunday, however, looks ideal for outdoor celebrations. Forecasters predict mostly sunny skies and a high near 65°F in Providence. Winds will be mild, making it one of the nicest holiday weekends in recent memory.
Rain chances rise again Monday night, with another round of light showers (30%) lingering into Tuesday. Wind speeds will remain moderate through early next week, but no severe weather is expected.
5-Day Forecast for Providence, RI:
Monday: Mostly sunny, high 64°F. Rain likely after nightfall.
Thursday: Sunny, high 58°F. Northwest winds 8–11 mph.
Friday: Mostly sunny, high 62°F. Southwest winds 5–10 mph.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 73°F. Showers possible after dark.
Sunday (Easter): Mostly sunny, high 65°F. Calm and dry.
