Providence, R.I. – Fall in Rhode Island is turning unseasonably warm, with sunny skies and 80-degree highs returning by Sunday. Drivers along I-95 and families planning outdoor events can expect ideal conditions through the weekend, though officials urge residents to stay weather-aware as changes arrive early next week.
According to the National Weather Service, high pressure will keep skies clear through Saturday with highs rising from the mid-60s Thursday to near 80 degrees by Saturday afternoon. By Sunday, temperatures will climb into the low 80s in Providence and surrounding towns, making it one of the warmest stretches so far this October. Winds will remain light, and no rain is expected until midweek.
The dry pattern favors safe travel on Rhode Island roadways, including I-295 and Route 6, as leaf-peepers take to the highways for early fall foliage. Families planning Halloween decorating or outdoor sports will also find the weather cooperative, with mild evenings in the 50s through the weekend.
Looking ahead, a shift begins Tuesday night with the first chance of showers in nearly a week. Rain becomes more likely by Wednesday, when gusty southwest winds could impact the morning commute. Forecasters advise keeping umbrellas handy by midweek and monitoring updates for potential impacts on travel.
Warmth lingers into early next week before cooler air settles in, bringing a more seasonal October feel. Until then, Rhode Island enjoys a stretch of near-perfect fall weather.
Five-Day Forecast for Providence, RI
- Thursday: Sunny, high 63, low 44
- Friday: Sunny, high 70, low 52
- Saturday: Sunny, high 79, low 55
- Sunday: Sunny, high 81, low 56
- Monday: Sunny, high 78, low 60
