Providence, RI – Rhode Island residents woke up to a biting chill and a few light snow flurries this Veterans Day morning, signaling the state’s first brush with winter conditions. Temperatures hovering in the low 30s and gusty westerly winds have made the air feel even colder, as the region continues its slow shift from autumn to winter.
The Weather Setup: First Flurries of the Season
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Norton, Massachusetts, light flurries may continue through early morning across parts of Providence, Warwick, and northern Rhode Island, though no significant accumulation is expected.
Gusts could reach 25 to 30 mph before easing later in the day. The high temperature will struggle to surpass 39 degrees, keeping much of the state under a sharp fall chill.
Meteorologists noted that while any snow should melt on contact, drivers on I-95, Route 146, and elevated bridges may face brief slick spots or reduced visibility during heavier bursts…