Providence, Rhode Island – Warm spring days will dominate Rhode Island’s weather through Thursday, but drivers near Providence should prepare for rain by Friday night.
According to the National Weather Service, mostly sunny skies and daytime highs near 70°F are expected Wednesday and Thursday across Providence, Cranston, and Warwick. Winds from the north at 10 to 13 mph will keep conditions breezy but manageable. Motorists on I-95 and I-295 should remain alert, especially later in the week as rain returns.
Wednesday looks mostly clear after a chilly morning low near 43°F. Thursday brings another pleasant spring day with highs around 66°F and calm afternoon breezes. However, clouds will thicken Thursday night, leading to a damp and potentially slippery commute by Friday night. Rain chances climb to 40% after 10 p.m. Friday, mainly impacting roads and reducing visibility across key routes like Route 6 and Route 146.
The unsettled weather continues into the weekend. Showers become likely by Saturday afternoon, with a 60% chance of rain through the day. Temperatures will hover near 69°F but gusty southwest winds could complicate outdoor plans. Another round of scattered showers is possible Sunday, with clearing expected late in the day as northwest winds return.
Five-Day Spring Forecast for Providence:
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 70°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 66°F
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, slight chance of showers late, high near 72°F
- Saturday: Showers likely, breezy, high near 69°F
- Sunday: Chance of showers early, then partly sunny, high near 64°F
