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RI Weather Alert: Providence Rain Turns Wintry Friday, Nov 13
Rhode Island — Rain soaked highways, chilly northern winds and a brief possibility of snow could bring a sharp November weather change to Providence.
By Lena Wood · 2026-11-11T09:32:14.060Z
Rhode Island — Rain soaked highways, chilly northern winds and a brief possibility of snow could bring a sharp November weather change to Providence.
After temperatures reach approximately 58 degrees Wednesday, a developing storm system will bring widespread rain Thursday and Friday.
By Friday night, temperatures fall toward 32 degrees, with a narrow window for snow before conditions gradually improve.
According to the National Weather Service, Providence faces a 100% chance of rain Thursday night, followed by a 90% chance Friday.
The changing pattern could affect commuters across Providence County and nearby communities, including Cranston, Warwick and East Providence.
Thursday Rain Arrives Before Temperatures Fall Thursday, November 12, begins mostly cloudy, with temperatures climbing near 57 degrees.
Rain becomes likely after 4 p.m., with precipitation chances reaching 60%.
The National Weather Service expects between one tenth and one quarter inch of rainfall during the day.
Light northeast winds become easterly at 5 to 9 mph during the morning.
Drivers along Interstate 95, Interstate 195 and Route 10 should prepare for wet pavement as rainfall develops.
Thursday night brings the most significant precipitation period.
Rain chances climb to 100%, with temperatures falling toward 41 degrees.
Northeast winds increase to 8 to 11 mph, adding a brisk November chill.
Friday Brings 90% Rain Chance and Colder Air Friday, November 13, looks especially damp across Providence.
Rain continues, with precipitation chances reaching 90%.
High temperatures reach approximately 50 degrees, about eight degrees below Wednesday's expected high.
North winds around 14 mph could make outdoor conditions feel noticeably colder.
By Friday night, temperatures fall toward 32 degrees.
A 40% chance of precipitation continues, including rain before midnight and a brief chance of snow between midnight and 1 a.m. Saturday.
Rain becomes possible again afterward.
That transition could create isolated slippery surfaces if moisture freezes where temperatures reach 32 degrees.
However, widespread flash freezing is not specifically predicted.
Saturday Brings Improving Conditions Saturday, November 14, offers a break from the wet weather.
Mostly cloudy skies continue, with highs near 48 degrees.
Northwest winds of 8 to 10 mph will maintain a cool November feel.
Saturday night temperatures fall toward 33 degrees.
Although the supplied local forecast does not predict accumulating snow, residents should remain alert for isolated frost or freezing conditions in colder locations.
The Weather Prediction Center continues tracking a significant push of polar air across the eastern United States.
Sunday Brings Sunshine, but Freezing Mornings Continue Sunday, November 15, brings mostly sunny skies and highs near 51 degrees.
Temperatures fall toward 31 degrees Sunday night.
Monday offers additional sunshine, with highs near 51 degrees before lows reach approximately 30 degrees.
That keeps freezing temperatures in the picture despite improving afternoon weather.
No specific tornado threat appears in Providence's supplied local outlook.
Five Day Providence Weather Outlook Thursday, Nov. 12: Rain likely after 4 p.m., high 57°F. Precipitation chance 60%. Low 41°F, with rain chances increasing to 100%. Friday, Nov. 13: Rain, high 50°F. Precipitation chance 90%. North winds around 14 mph. Low 32°F, with a brief snow chance. Saturday, Nov. 14: Mostly cloudy, high 48°F. Low 33°F. Sunday, Nov. 15: Mostly sunny, high 51°F. Low 31°F. Monday, Nov. 16: Sunny, high 51°F. Low 30°F. Tuesday, November 17, brings sunny skies and highs near 53 degrees.
Looking toward Thanksgiving, additional cold spells and snow opportunities remain possible across southern New England. However, no specific accumulating snowstorm is established for Providence.
Traveling around Providence Friday evening or Saturday morning? Are you preparing for rain, or watching for the possibility of snowflakes? Tell us what conditions look like in your neighborhood.