PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Rhode Islanders can expect a classic stretch of fall weather through the end of the week, with crisp mornings, bright sunshine, and cooler afternoons giving the state a seasonal feel ahead of the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Norton, clear skies and light winds will help temperatures dip into the low 40s by Thursday morning, bringing a noticeable chill to early commuters and morning joggers across Providence, Warwick, and Cranston. While a few spots north of I-295 may flirt with patchy frost, no formal advisories are in effect. Residents planning to decorate or visit local pumpkin patches should take advantage of Friday’s mild, sunny weather before clouds move in Sunday.
Thursday and Friday will feature highs near 60°F, ideal for outdoor plans, leaf-peeping drives, and highway travel along I-95 and Route 1. By late Saturday night, conditions remain clear and calm—excellent for weekend events, high school football games, and park visits.
However, a weak coastal system may approach by Sunday, bringing a 40 to 50 percent chance of showers into early next week. Drivers should stay alert for wet leaves on roads, which can create slippery conditions during brief rain periods. Cooler air behind the system could bring another dose of fall chill by Tuesday, though daytime highs will remain comfortable in the upper 50s.
Residents are advised to keep jackets handy and prepare for a wetter pattern to start the new week.
Five-Day Forecast for Providence, RI:
Wed: 63/39 – Partly sunny; pleasant fall air.
Thu: 54/41 – Sunny and cool; light north breeze.
Fri: 60/40 – Bright and mild; great leaf-viewing weather.
Sat: 62/45 – Sunny; perfect for pumpkin patches and outdoor events.
Sun: 64/53 – Cloudy with scattered showers late; slick leaves on roads.
