Fog hangs low over Narragansett Bay, and sidewalks glisten with a thin, stubborn sheen of ice. At 29 degrees in Providence, the air feels raw, and untreated pavement remains slick.
Rhode Island and nearby southeastern Massachusetts are under a Special Weather Statement for freezing fog and icy spots this morning. According to the National Weather Service in Boston/Norton, a mix of snowmelt and subfreezing temperatures has created slippery travel conditions through 9 a.m. Both drivers and pedestrians should use caution on untreated surfaces.
Bridges along I-95, I-195, and Route 146 are especially vulnerable. Black ice can hide beneath what looks like damp pavement. Slow down, increase following distance, and watch your footing on sidewalks and parking lots.
Clouds increase later today with highs near 38 degrees. A slight chance of rain develops after mid-afternoon, mixing with snow toward early evening. Little accumulation is expected, but timing could create brief slushy spots before temperatures fall sharply tonight.
Skies gradually clear late, and lows plunge to around 11 degrees. Any leftover moisture may refreeze quickly. This is peak flash-freeze season in southern New England.
Friday turns sunny with a high near 38. Saturday delivers a welcome spring tease, climbing to 47 degrees under bright skies. Snowbanks soften, and puddles form during peak warmth.
Sunday trends cooler with a 30 percent chance of snow between mid-morning and midday before partial clearing. Even light snowfall could impact travel if it aligns with busier hours.
Early next week turns colder again, with highs near 25 Monday. Longer-range trends suggest moderating temperatures by midweek and above-normal readings building into early March.
Seeing icy patches in your neighborhood? Let us know what conditions look like where you are.
Five Day Outlook for Providence, RI:
Friday: Sunny, high 38.
Saturday: Sunny, high 47.
Sunday: Chance of snow, high 37.
Monday: Partly sunny, high 25.
Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, high 35.
