PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Rhode Island wakes up to a mild Monday morning, but fall weather tightens its grip by midweek. Drivers and commuters should prepare for cooler mornings and gusty winds as October begins Wednesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Norton, skies will cloud over through Monday with highs near 77. Light winds shift north overnight, calming before strengthening midweek. By Wednesday, north winds could reach 10 to 14 mph, driving temperatures down into the low 60s by the afternoon.
The most noticeable change arrives Wednesday morning, when commuters on I-95 and Route 146 will feel the crisp October air. With morning lows dipping into the mid-40s, drivers should allow extra time to warm vehicles and be cautious of shaded stretches where dew may reduce visibility.
Tuesday offers partly sunny skies and highs in the mid-70s, a last mild day before the autumn chill spreads across Rhode Island. Clear, calm nights will follow, dropping overnight lows into the 40s through Thursday. Sunshine dominates the second half of the week, keeping skies bright but temperatures seasonable.
Residents are encouraged to check heating systems, dress in layers, and prepare for brisk evenings. Outdoor plans later this week should benefit from clear skies and dry air, though winds could add a chill during evening commutes.
Sunny days continue into the weekend, signaling a steady and pleasant start to October across Providence and surrounding communities.
Five-Day Forecast for Providence, Rhode Island
- Monday: Increasing clouds, high near 77. Calm winds.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, high 75. Low 51.
- Wednesday: Sunny, breezy, high 63. Low 45.
- Thursday: Sunny, high 61. Low 41.
- Friday: Sunny, high 68. Calm winds.
