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RI Weather for Feb. 23, 2026 – Operation Winter Weather Warning – an “F” Day!
- Conditions: Heavy, persistent snowfall throughout much of the day, with blizzard/whiteout conditions, high winds, and bitterly cold wind chills. Snow accumulations are substantial (estimates 18-24+ inches in many areas, up to 2 feet in Providence and parts of the state; heavy, wet snow reported).
- Temperatures: Highs around 27-31°F (feeling much colder due to wind), lows dropping into the teens to low 20s overnight.
- Hazards: Dangerous travel, potential power outages, blowing/drifting snow, and extreme cold.
REFER TO yesterday’s “OWWW” for details and specifics – https://rinewstoday.com/operation-winter-weather-warning-hernando-is-on-its-way/Morning: Heavy ongoing snow from the storm’s peak. Whiteout conditions likely, strong NE winds, wind chills in the teens or lower (e.g., feeling like 17°F or colder at times). Persistent heavy snowfall. Very hazardous.
Afternoon: Continued snowfall, heavy at times, windy with gusts 40-60+ mph, temperatures peaking around 27-31°F but feeling far colder. Blizzard conditions persist, with blowing snow reducing visibility.
Evening (into night): Snow gradually tapering but still possible, winds remaining strong, temperatures falling into the low 20s or teens. Lingering wind chills and drifting snow; conditions slowly improving toward Tuesday but still wintry.
Stay indoors if possible, avoid travel entirely due to the ban, and monitor local updates.