Providence County Climate
Providence County, Rhode Island
Avg Annual Temp
50.1°F
Annual Precip
52.8"
Annual Snowfall
51.8"
Extreme Heat Days
8.799999999999999
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Providence County Weather
Cooler than the national average
Providence County’s 50.1°F annual average is several degrees cooler than the national median. This area experiences a robust humid continental climate with significant precipitation throughout the year.
The coolest county in the state
Providence County ranks as the coolest in Rhode Island, falling over a full degree below the state average of 51.2°F. It is also the wettest county, receiving 52.8 inches of annual precipitation.
A regional leader in snowfall
With 51.8 inches of annual snow, Providence County far outpaces Newport's 32.0 inches. It also records the coldest January temperatures in the state, averaging a brisk 27.5°F.
Significant snow and humid summers
Winters are defined by over 50 inches of snow and a Dec-Feb average of 30.0°F. Summers remain warm with 9 days exceeding 90°F, often accompanied by high humidity from the 52.8 inches of annual rainfall.
Winter readiness is a top priority
Homeowners must prioritize heavy-duty snow removal equipment and high-quality home insulation for the cold 27.5°F January nights. The high annual rainfall also necessitates well-maintained gutters and basement drainage systems.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.