Rhode Island Weather for May 8, 2026

Rhode Island weather for Friday, May 8, 2026, looks like a cool, breezy, and mostly dry spring day with improving conditions after Thursday’s clouds and any lingering moisture.

Morning: Skies start partly to mostly cloudy with temperatures in the mid-to-upper 40s°F near sunrise, warming slowly into the low-to-mid 50s°F. Winds from the west/northwest will be noticeable and breezy at times, keeping it feeling crisp with low humidity and only a minimal chance of any early sprinkles.

Afternoon: Highs reach the low-to-mid 60s°F under partly cloudy skies with some sun breaks possible. Breezy west/northwest winds continue (10–15+ mph), which will make it feel a bit cooler especially near the coast, but it stays dry overall for most outdoor plans.

Evening: Skies trend partly to mostly clear as temperatures drop through the upper 40s°F into the low-to-mid 40s°F overnight. Winds ease gradually but remain light to moderate from the northwest, delivering a cool and crisp night with no significant precipitation expected.

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Overall letter grade: B