Providence, R.I. – Rhode Island drivers may face slick roads and reduced visibility Thursday morning as patchy fog and showers move in. Commuters along I-95 should allow extra travel time and use caution during the early morning rush.
According to the National Weather Service in Norton, a chance of rain develops after midnight and increases before dawn Thursday. Showers may linger through mid-morning, with patchy fog reducing visibility in low-lying areas. Winds from the south will pick up through the day, shifting conditions as skies gradually clear.
By Thursday afternoon, sunshine returns with highs near 77 degrees. Friday looks drier, though patchy morning fog could again slow travel before skies brighten. Afternoon temperatures will reach the low 80s, making for comfortable conditions for Friday night football games across the state.
Saturday brings warmer air, topping out in the mid-80s, but another chance of showers arrives late in the day. Outdoor plans, especially in western Rhode Island, may need backup options as showers expand Saturday night into early Sunday.
Sunday offers cooler, fall-like air with sunshine and highs in the mid-70s. Nights will trend crisp, dropping into the low 50s by Monday morning. Dry, pleasant conditions dominate Labor Day itself, with clear skies and comfortable temperatures extending into early next week.
Residents are encouraged to plan ahead for Thursday morning’s fog and wet roads, then prepare for fluctuating conditions into the weekend. More updates are expected as the weekend system develops.
Five-Day Forecast for Providence, RI
- Thursday: Showers early, then sunny. High 77, low 62. South wind increasing.
- Friday: Patchy morning fog, then sunny. High 81, low 67. Breezy.
- Saturday: Warm, partly sunny. High 84, showers possible late. Low 60.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, cooler. High 74, low 53. North winds.
- Monday: Sunny and pleasant. High 72, low 52. Fall-like start to the week.
