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Rhode Island Weather for August 8, 2026
August 8, 2026/
For Saturday, August 8, 2026, in Rhode Island, expect a warm and humid day with partly sunny skies, a high near 87°F, southwest winds 5–10 mph, and a 30% chance of showers or thunderstorms.
Morning starts mostly cloudy to partly cloudy and humid, with temperatures rising from the low-to-mid 70s into the upper 70s or low 80s. Light southwest winds pick up gradually, and any early shower risk remains low.
Afternoon brings partly sunny conditions with a high near 87°F . Southwest winds increase to 5–10 mph (gusts possible), and the chance of scattered showers or thunderstorms rises after about 2 PM, though many areas should stay mostly dry.
Evening features partly cloudy skies as temperatures ease into the low-to-mid 80s early, then down toward a low around 72°F overnight. Southwest winds diminish, and any remaining chance of thunderstorms fades after early evening.
Overall letter grade: B
A solid warm summer day with decent sunshine and outdoor potential for much of the period, tempered by lingering humidity and a moderate chance of afternoon/evening showers or storms.
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