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RI-MA Weather Alert: 30° Cold to 63° Friday, Nov 15–20
Providence, RI – A biting November chill is gripping Rhode Island, but a significant temperature turnaround is approaching. Temperatures near 30 degrees could greet residents early Monday before sunsh
By Blake Harrison · 2026-11-15T10:21:27.806Z
Providence, RI – A biting November chill is gripping Rhode Island, but a significant temperature turnaround is approaching. Temperatures near 30 degrees could greet residents early Monday before sunshine pushes readings into the 60s by Wednesday.
The 32 degree difference between Monday's low and Wednesday's high highlights a substantial mid November shift.
According to the National Weather Service, Providence and nearby southeastern Massachusetts should experience mostly dry conditions and gradually warming temperatures through the week.
Freezing Temperatures Return Before the Warmup Sunday begins with temperatures near 37 degrees at Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport.
Northwest winds around 9 mph make conditions feel closer to 30 degrees.
Afternoon sunshine should push temperatures toward 51 degrees, although gusts could reach 20 mph.
By early Monday, November 16, temperatures are expected to fall near 30 degrees.
That brings freezing concerns for sensitive plants, outdoor faucets and exposed garden hoses.
Monday afternoon offers mostly sunny skies and another high near 51 degrees.
Temperatures could again approach 30 degrees by early Tuesday.
Wednesday Brings a Significant November Warmup Tuesday, November 17, marks the beginning of a noticeable change.
Sunshine should lift afternoon temperatures near 56 degrees, with lighter winds providing more comfortable conditions.
Wednesday, November 18, brings the biggest improvement.
Highs could reach 62 degrees across Providence, with nearby southeastern Massachusetts also experiencing a warming trend.
Thursday continues the pattern with sunshine and highs near 62 degrees.
By Friday, temperatures could reach 63 degrees, extending the mild stretch.
Could Freezing Temperatures Affect I 95 Travel? Drivers using I 95, I 195 and Route 146 should remain alert during early morning travel.
Freezing temperatures can create slippery patches when moisture remains on exposed pavement.
However, the supplied National Weather Service outlook contains no precipitation through Thursday.
No accumulating snow, widespread ice or flash freezing event is indicated.
The broader Northeast may experience lake effect precipitation near the Great Lakes, but that activity is not expected locally.
No tornado producing thunderstorms are indicated for the Providence area.
Rhode Island's Five Day Weather Outlook Monday, November 16: Mostly sunny, high 51°F. Low near 30°F Monday night. Tuesday, November 17: Sunny and milder, high 56°F. Low near 36°F Tuesday night. Wednesday, November 18: Sunny and noticeably warmer, high 62°F. Low near 38°F Wednesday night. Thursday, November 19: Sunny and pleasant, high 62°F. Low near 40°F Thursday night. Friday, November 20: Sunny with a high near 63°F. Mostly clear Friday night, low around 40°F.