Providence, RI – Rhode Island residents should enjoy a dry and sunny start to the week, as spring weather brings clear skies and mild temperatures Monday before a return of wet conditions late Monday night.
According to the National Weather Service, Providence will see sunny skies Monday with a high near 65°F. Winds from the northwest will remain calm at around 6 mph. Residents should prepare for a shift in weather Monday night, as showers become likely—bringing a 60% chance of precipitation and a low near 44°F.
Tuesday continues with a 20% chance of showers in the morning, increasing slightly into the afternoon. Highs will reach around 64°F with gusts up to 21 mph, primarily affecting drivers along I-95 and surrounding highways. Fog risk is not anticipated, but slick roads may develop from overnight rain.
Midweek conditions improve with mostly sunny skies on Wednesday and highs near 52°F. Winds will pick up to 14 mph, with gusts hitting 25 mph. Thursday brings similar dry weather, with a high around 55°F and continued gusty winds.
Looking ahead to Friday, another chance of showers reemerges with a 50% chance of rain and highs near 64°F. Winds shift from the southwest at up to 24 mph.
5-Day Spring Forecast for Providence, RI:
- Monday: Sunny, high 65°F
- Monday Night: Showers likely, low 44°F
- Tuesday: Slight chance of showers, high 64°F
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 52°F
- Thursday: Mostly clear, high 55°F
- Friday: Chance of showers, high 64°F