Providence, R.I. – Rhode Island kicks off the workweek under clear skies and rising temps, with a summer weather alert stretching through Saturday for the Providence metro. Monday, July 21st, brings full sun, a high near 79°F, and breezy conditions, posing minimal hazards for drivers along I-95 and I-195 — but things heat up as the week progresses.
According to the National Weather Service, Monday begins a stretch of dry and sunny conditions across the region. Winds shift northwest between 8 to 13 mph by afternoon, keeping humidity in check. Monday night will remain clear with lows near 54°F.
By Tuesday, temperatures hold steady in the upper 70s before climbing midweek. Expect a high of 82°F on Wednesday, followed by increasing southwest winds into Thursday and Friday. Heat builds into the weekend, peaking Saturday with mostly sunny skies and a high near 91°F — the warmest of the month so far.
Daily commutes will remain smooth, but residents should hydrate, limit midday outdoor work later in the week, and monitor updates from Rhode Island Emergency Management. With no rain in sight, grass and brush may dry rapidly — raising minor fire weather concerns by Friday.
🗓 Five-Day Weather Outlook (July 21–July 26):
- Monday: Sunny, high 79°F. NW wind 8–13 mph.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 78°F. Calm winds becoming S 5 mph.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 82°F. Winds S 5–9 mph.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 88°F. SW winds 7–14 mph.
- Friday: Hot and mostly sunny, high 89°F. SW winds 7–11 mph.
- Saturday Preview: Mostly sunny, high near 91°F. Light winds shifting E by afternoon.
🔥 Next Update: Watch for late-week fire risk and rising heat warnings as temperatures near 90°F by Saturday.
