Local weather forecast

Weather in Riverside, RI

Updated 2026-09-26 12:00 local time · ZIP codes 02915

Patchy rain nearby
Now55°F

Patchy rain nearby

High / Low58° / 53°
Rain chance92%
Wind21 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

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High Wind Warning issued September 26 at 2:03AM EDT until September 27 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Kent County, and Southeast Providence RI. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

Safety instructions

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind.

Coastal Flood Advisory issued September 26 at 2:00AM EDT until September 27 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA

* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways (5.6 to 7.2 feet Mean Lower Low Water). * WHERE...Washington, Southern Bristol MA, Southern Plymouth MA, Southeast Providence RI, Eastern Kent RI, Bristol RI, and Newport RI Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Splashover and Minor coastal flooding is expected in the lowest lying areas along the south coast of Rhode Island and Massachusetts over multiple high tide cycles late today through this weekend. A few immediate coastal roads may briefly flood due to wave action. In addition...minor beach erosion is also possible.

Safety instructions

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.

Hourly

Next hours

NowPatchy rain nearby55°43% rain
1 PMLight rain shower55°45% rain
2 PMLight rain shower56°47% rain
3 PMLight rain shower56°44% rain
4 PMLight rain shower56°69% rain
5 PMLight rain shower56°63% rain
6 PMLight rain shower56°80% rain
7 PMLight rain shower56°79% rain
8 PMLight rain shower57°76% rain
9 PMLight rain shower57°73% rain
10 PMLight rain shower57°81% rain
11 PMModerate or heavy rain shower58°88% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Light rain shower
58° 53°Light rain shower
Rain 92%Gust 22 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Light rain shower
66° 58°Light rain shower
Rain 94%Gust 23 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Light rain shower
66° 60°Light rain shower
Rain 94%Gust 11 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like45°F
Humidity92%
Pressure29.85 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind21 mph NNE
Wind gusts41 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index0
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:37 AM
Sunset06:36 PM
Moonrise06:24 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour10 AM · 65°F
Coolest hour12 PM · 55°F
Highest rain chance2 AM · 93%
Strongest gusts2 AM · 44 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 88% over the next 12 hours.

A jacket or sweater is a good idea

It feels like 45°F with winds near 21 mph.

Best window: 12 PM

55°F, 43% rain chance and 21 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 43 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 55°F, wind 21 mph, rain chance up to 88%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 0.

Local weather characteristics in Riverside

Rhode Island has a humid coastal climate with warm summers and cool winters. The Atlantic moderates temperatures but can also bring strong coastal storms.

Riverside is part of the Northeast weather region. The forecast point is near 41.77°N latitude and 71.37°W longitude. Local temperature, wind and precipitation can still differ from nearby places, especially where terrain, coastlines or urban development create small-scale weather changes.

Riverside weather today

Patchy rain nearby and 55°F in Riverside, RI. Today's high is 58°F with a 92% rain chance. Winds are around 21 mph with gusts near 41 mph. Relative humidity is 92%, pressure is 29.85 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Riverside

Sunrise is at 06:37 AM and sunset is at 06:36 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Light rain shower with a high near 66°F and a low near 58°F. The maximum rain chance is 94%.

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