Providence, RI – A thin veil of clouds drifts across the early-morning sky as cool air settles over lawns and rooftops across Providence. Streetlights reflect off patches of damp pavement, hinting at the thicker moisture poised to arrive later today when a broad plume of rain spreads into southern New England. Travelers beginning early holiday errands should prepare for slower traffic and pooling water, especially along I-95 and the Route 146 corridor where leaf debris gathers easily.
According to the National Weather Service Boston, mostly sunny conditions yield to increasing clouds through this morning as a strong disturbance approaches from the Mid-Atlantic. Rain develops this afternoon and turns steady by evening. Winds strengthen from the west, and gusts may top 20 mph near exposed overpasses. Residents should secure outdoor decorations, clear storm drains, and add extra minutes to evening travel plans.
According to Rhode Island Emergency Management, the storm peaks Saturday night as deeper moisture sweeps across Narragansett Bay. Although temperatures remain above freezing, the system’s backside drives a sharp cool-down into Sunday. To be fair, snow is not expected in Providence from this event, yet models hint at a Winter Tease next week. Colder air building over northern New England may spark a minor snow chance in interior areas before Thanksgiving, though any measurable accumulation looks confined farther north.
Sunday begins with lingering clouds, then turns partly sunny and cooler by midday. Breezes ease and crisp air settles, offering solid conditions for outdoor leaf cleanup or early Christmas decorating. After all, November often brings quick shifts, and the pattern ahead suggests more temperature swings as the holiday stretch nears.
Five-Day Forecast for Providence, RI:
Fri: 46/28 – Mostly sunny; increasing clouds late.
Sat: 45/38 – Clouds thickening; steady rain by evening.
Sun: 54/31 – Rain early; turning partly sunny and cooler.
Mon: 43/31 – Sunny; breezy west wind.
Tue: 46/30 – Mostly sunny; early winter hint north of New England.
