Rhode Island – Crisp air settles across Providence before dawn as a pale moon reflects off frosty rooftops and quiet side streets. A light west breeze moves through bare branches, hinting at a colder start to this Thanksgiving travel week. Drivers should expect quick windshield frost early and plan a few extra minutes for school runs and morning commutes.
According to the National Weather Service Boston/Norton office, temperatures rise steadily today under bright sun. Highs reach the mid-40s with wind gusts near 20 mph, reinforcing a sharp late-fall feel. The dry air keeps roads clear and visibility excellent for travelers heading toward I-95 or Route 6. It’s a solid window for errands, early grocery runs, and outdoor prep ahead of holiday plans.
According to forecasters, Wednesday remains quiet and mostly sunny. Winds ease through the afternoon as a weak ridge passes. Highs reach the upper 40s, offering one of the more stable stretches of this week. Any early Winter Tease stays limited to chilly dawn temperatures in the upper 20s across interior Rhode Island. Conditions favor early decorating or leaf pickup before the next system approaches.
According to early model trends, Thursday starts partly sunny with increasing clouds late. Humidity begins to rise as coastal moisture inches north. Rain holds off until after midnight, yet travelers leaving late in the day should watch for thicker cloud cover and cooler breezes near Narragansett Bay. Models hint at steadier rain arriving Friday, which could slow early Thanksgiving travel across Warwick, Cranston, and the I-95 corridor.
The weekend looks mostly seasonable. Highs in the upper 40s and lower 50s offer comfortable windows for family events, shopping trips, and outdoor decorating ahead of the holiday. Another cooldown may follow next week as winter patterns strengthen to the north.
Five-Day Forecast for Providence, RI:
Tue: 45/29 – Sunny; breezy; chilly dawn frost likely.
Wed: 48/28 – Mostly sunny; calm winds; good travel day.
Thu: 47/35 – Partly sunny; clouds increase late.
Fri: 54/38 – Rain develops; slower travel on I-95.
Sat: 48/30 – Mostly sunny; cool but pleasant for outdoor prep.
