Providence, Rhode Island – Rhode Islanders can expect a burst of spring sunshine and steady temperatures in the 70s through Friday before showers return for the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service, high pressure will bring dry, breezy conditions across the state starting Wednesday, with daytime highs around 70°F and west winds reaching up to 25 mph by Wednesday night. The weather remains sunny and stable through Thursday, making it ideal for outdoor plans or travel—especially along I-95 and Route 10 in Providence.
Winds taper off slightly by Thursday evening, giving way to another warm and mostly clear day Friday with highs near 73°F. But moisture begins to build late Friday night, bringing a 40% chance of showers and cloudier skies by early Saturday morning. Rain becomes more likely on Saturday with an 80% chance of precipitation and gusty southwesterly winds up to 13 mph.
If you plan to be out Friday night or Saturday, have a raincoat handy and avoid flooding-prone roadways. Winds and wet pavement could make for slick conditions on state highways.
The five-day spring forecast ahead:
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 70°F. Breezy.
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 70°F. Light winds.
- Friday: Partly sunny, high near 73°F.
- Saturday: Rain likely, high near 63°F. Windy.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 59°F. Cooler.
