PROVIDENCE, RI – The chill bites early this Veterans Day as a gray sky and sharp westerly wind carry the first flakes of November across Rhode Island. Pavement glistens faintly from moisture in the air, and the cold feels deeper than the 30s suggest. Light flurries may streak through by sunrise, marking another small step toward the region’s slow winter transition.
According to the National Weather Service in Norton, Massachusetts, gusts could reach 25 to 30 mph this morning before easing later in the day. Highs will struggle to top 39 degrees, keeping much of the state locked in a brisk fall chill. The quick bursts of snow should melt on contact, but drivers on I-95 and Route 146 may encounter reduced visibility or slick bridges during heavier spurts.
By midweek, calmer skies return with more sunshine and highs rebounding into the upper 40s. Thursday and Friday stay seasonable and dry — ideal for outdoor ceremonies, early decorating, or late leaf cleanup before the next system approaches. The upcoming weekend could bring a 30–40% chance of light snow or rain showers, especially across northern Rhode Island and the higher hills near Burrillville.
Long-range models hint that another stronger front could develop before Thanksgiving, raising the chance for colder air and a more organized winter mix across southern New England. For now, keep gloves close and travel plans flexible; this week’s chill is the latest reminder that winter isn’t waiting for the calendar.
Five-Day Forecast for Providence, RI:
Wed: 45/35 – Partly cloudy; cool breeze, dry skies.
Thu: 49/33 – Mostly sunny; pleasant fall day.
Fri: 46/29 – Mostly clear; crisp, calm evening.
Sat: 42/25 – 30% chance of snow showers; colder inland.
Sun: 45/30 – Partly sunny; mix of rain or flurries possible late.
