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Rhode Island Weather Alert: Friday Rain, Weekend Freeze Nov 12-16
Providence, RI – Rain soaked roads and falling temperatures are setting up a sharp November weather change across Rhode Island, with a coastal storm bringing widespread rain before colder air arrives
By Nolan Pierce · 2026-11-12T09:15:19.552Z
Providence, RI – Rain soaked roads and falling temperatures are setting up a sharp November weather change across Rhode Island, with a coastal storm bringing widespread rain before colder air arrives this weekend.
Temperatures could reach 57 degrees Thursday before dropping toward 30 degrees Saturday night, a 27 degree difference that signals a much colder stretch ahead.
According to the National Weather Service, Providence faces a 60% chance of rain Thursday, increasing to 90% Thursday night as a strengthening coastal storm moves through the Northeast.
Thursday Friday: Coastal Storm Brings Widespread Rain Thursday begins relatively mild, with temperatures climbing toward 57 degrees under mostly cloudy skies.
Rain becomes more likely after 4 p.m., with northeast winds shifting easterly at 5 to 10 mph.
Rainfall amounts between one tenth and one quarter inch are possible during the day.
The wettest period develops Thursday night, when precipitation chances climb to 90%.
Additional rainfall between one quarter and one half inch is possible before Friday morning.
Friday remains unsettled, with an 80% chance of rain, mainly before 3 p.m.
Temperatures will struggle to reach 45 degrees as north winds increase to 10 to 14 mph.
Drivers using Interstate 95, Interstate 195 and Route 146 should prepare for wet pavement and reduced visibility during heavier rainfall.
Saturday Sunday: Temperatures Approach Freezing By Saturday, the storm begins moving away, allowing partly sunny skies to return.
However, temperatures will reach only 48 degrees, with northwest winds maintaining a brisk November feel.
Saturday night brings a more noticeable temperature drop, with lows near 30 degrees.
That puts Providence below the freezing mark and raises concerns for exposed outdoor plumbing, sensitive plants and lingering moisture.
Sunday brings mostly sunny skies and a high near 51 degrees before temperatures fall toward 32 degrees Sunday night.
Any remaining moisture on untreated surfaces could freeze during colder periods, although widespread icy travel is not specifically predicted.
Northeast Storm Brings Snow Farther Inland The NOAA Weather Prediction Center expects colder air to wrap around the coastal storm, producing accumulating snow across higher elevations of New York and northern New England.
Rhode Island's local forecast, however, remains rain focused.
No accumulating snowfall is indicated for Providence through Monday.
As Thanksgiving approaches, residents should continue monitoring changing weather patterns, especially as colder November air becomes more established.
Providence Five Day Weather Outlook: Nov. 12 16 Thursday, Nov. 12: Mostly cloudy, rain developing after 4 p.m. High 57°F. Rain chance 60%. Low 37°F. Friday, Nov. 13: Rain mainly before 3 p.m. High 45°F. Rain chance 80%. Low 31°F. Saturday, Nov. 14: Partly sunny, high 48°F. Low 30°F. Sunday, Nov. 15: Mostly sunny, high 51°F. Low 32°F. Monday, Nov. 16: Sunny, high 52°F. Low 30°F. Extended outlook: Tuesday brings sunshine and a high near 53 degrees, with temperatures falling toward 30 at night. Wednesday could reach 58 degrees.
Are you ready for temperatures near freezing across Rhode Island, or are you hoping the warmer November weather returns? Share what conditions look like in your neighborhood.