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Rhode Island Weather for August 28, 2026
August 28, 2026/
For Friday, August 28, 2026, in Rhode Island, expect a partly sunny and humid day with a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms (mainly in the afternoon), possible morning fog, a high near 80–83°F, and light south or southwest winds around 5 mph.
Morning will start partly sunny with patchy fog possible as temperatures rise from the upper 60s into the low-to-mid 70s. Light south winds around 5 mph and high humidity will dominate, with only a low chance of early showers.
Afternoon remains partly sunny but humid, with a chance of showers and thunderstorms developing. Temperatures will peak near 80–83°F under light south or southwest winds around 5 mph.
Evening turns mostly cloudy with a continued chance of showers or thunderstorms (around 30%), then gradually improving. Temperatures ease into the low-to-mid 70s early before dropping toward a low around 64–69°F overnight as winds shift to southwest then northwest around 5 mph.
Overall letter grade: C+
— A warm and humid Friday with decent sunshine at times, but scattered storms and lingering moisture keep outdoor plans a bit iffy.
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