Rhode Island Weather Forecast
Rhode Island weather: 47°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Rhode Island?
No - rain is unlikely in Rhode Island today.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,0 in of precipitation is forecast.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 0% of a normal October week (0,0 in against 0,7 in).
16-day forecast for Rhode Island
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Oct 21 | ☁️ Overcast | 57° / 46° | 1% | 17 mph | 3 |
| Thu, Oct 22 | ☁️ Overcast | 63° / 44° | 4% | 16 mph | 3 |
| Fri, Oct 23 | ☀️ Clear sky | 56° / 38° | 0% | 13 mph | 4 |
| Sat, Oct 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 59° / 38° | 0% | 6 mph | 4 |
| Sun, Oct 25 | ☀️ Clear sky | 65° / 41° | 0% | 7 mph | 4 |
| Mon, Oct 26 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 69° / 44° | 0% | 7 mph | 4 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 61° / 43° | 1% | 9 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 53° / 41° | 4% | 7 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 67° / 44° | 7% · 0,0 in | 16 mph | 4 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 49° / 37° | 9% | 16 mph | 4 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 56° / 41° | 9% | 10 mph | 3 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 65° / 43° | 20% | 13 mph | 3 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 65° / 50° | 34% | 5 mph | 3 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌧️ Rain | 65° / 53° | 35% · 1,2 in | 15 mph | 0 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌧️ Rain | 60° / 37° | 23% · 0,6 in | 14 mph | 3 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 49° / 33° | 19% | 5 mph | 3 |
What this means for Rhode Island
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.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 79°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 64°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 32 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Rhode Island?
Rhode Island is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 41.824, -71.4128. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island?
June, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Rhode Island, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Rhode Island in?
Rhode Island observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 6:11 AM.
How many people live in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island has a population of approximately 1.1 million.
What is the nearest airport to Rhode Island?
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 Rhode Island?
Popular options include Martha's Vineyard, Cape Cod National Seashore, Nantucket, Central Park, Times Square and Empire State Building.
What places are in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island covers 2 places in this atlas, including Newport and Providence.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, 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 6:11 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
