Rhode Island Weather for January 26, 2026

Official word as of early Monday is we have received 16.5″ of snow, on average, in Rhode Island. 1 to 2 inches may come today.

Morning:
The morning is cold, with temperatures around 17°F. Snow is ongoing or tapering off early, depending on location, and roads and sidewalks remain snow-covered and icy, especially on untreated surfaces.

Afternoon:
Snow winds down to flurries through the afternoon, with only an inch or two new accumulation, but skies stay mostly cloudy. Temperatures rise only slightly, reaching the upper teens to near 20°F, limiting melting and keeping conditions slick.

Evening:
By evening, snow has ended, but bitter cold persists, with temperatures falling back into the teens. Any packed snow or moisture refreezes quickly, expanding icy areas overnight.

Overall Letter Grade: D

Cold temperatures all day, lingering snow, minimal melting, and refreeze risks make this a high-impact winter recovery day. Conditions improve slowly but remain difficult.

Operation Winter Weather Warning – helpful tips for the next few days of severe weather crunch: