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Rhode Island Weather for May 1, 2026
May 1, 2026/
Expect a nice, sunny spring day with comfortable temperatures and light winds.
Morning should start cool and clear after any overnight clouds or isolated showers from the previous evening clear out. Temperatures will likely be in the mid-40s°F early on, warming quickly into the low-to-mid 50s°F by late morning under increasing sunshine.
Afternoon looks like the highlight, with mostly sunny skies, highs near 65°F, and a light north wind around 10 mph. It will feel pleasant and refreshing for outdoor activities.
Evening will stay mostly clear to partly cloudy as temperatures drop back into the low-to-mid 40s°F by late night, with calm to light winds. No significant precipitation is expected.
It’s a solid, sunny improvement over recent rainy or cloudy weather, though still on the cooler side for early May—great for being outside but you’ll want a light jacket in the morning and evening. Forecasts can shift slightly, so check a local source closer to the day for any updates.
Overall grade for the day: B+
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