City in Rhode Island

Current Local Time in Providence

Current local time and time zone in Providence, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☁️ 47°F now🕔 7:36 AM local📅 Best: June, August and September👥 190.000

Current local time in Providence

7:36 AM
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/New_York
UTC offsetUTC-04:00
UTC now11:36 AM
Sunrise7:05 AM
Sunset5:54 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise7:05 AM
Sunset5:54 PM
Daylight10h 49m
Solar noon12:29 PM
Golden hour (am)7:05 AM - 8:05 AM
Golden hour (pm)4:54 PM - 5:54 PM
Blue hour (am)6:35 AM - 7:05 AM
Blue hour (pm)5:54 PM - 6:24 PM
Moon phase🌔 Waxing gibbous · 84%
Moonrise3:55 PM
Moonset3:05 AM

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Quick facts about Providence

TypeCity
StateRhode Island
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates41°49′26.4″N 71°24′46.1″W (41.824, -71.4128)
Population190.000
Known forWaterFire and Brown University
Local time7:36 AM (UTC-04:00)
Best monthsJune, August and September
ClimateContinental

Summary

Providence is a city in Rhode Island. Providence is known for WaterFire and Brown University. It has a population of about 190.000.

Right now it is 47°F (9°C) in Providence with overcast. It feels like 42°F. Today runs from 46°F to 57°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Providence is June, August and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 83°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 21°F.

The closest major airport is Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), about 43 mi away. Nearby highlights include Martha's Vineyard, Cape Cod National Seashore, Nantucket and Central Park.

In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 57°F is 7.6°F below the 64°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in Providence today at 9.4/10. Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.

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Coordinates: 41°49′26.4″N 71°24′46.1″W (41.824, -71.4128)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Providence?

Providence is a city in Rhode Island. Its coordinates are 41.824, -71.4128. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Providence right now?

It is currently 47°F (9°C) with overcast. Humidity is 80% and wind is 10 mph.

When is the best time to visit Providence?

June, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Providence, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Providence in?

Providence observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 7:36 AM.

How many people live in Providence?

Providence has a population of approximately 190.000.

What is the nearest airport to Providence?

The closest airports are Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), 43 mi away, LaGuardia Airport (LGA), 147 mi away and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 148 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Providence?

Popular options include Martha's Vineyard, Cape Cod National Seashore, Nantucket, Central Park, Times Square and Empire State Building.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated October 22, 2026 at 7:36 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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