Rhode Island winter weather advisories
There are no winter weather advisories in Rhode Island right now. The last one was issued on March 5, 2026.
Snow, sleet or freezing rain will make roads slippery and cause travel delays, but stay below warning levels.
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Active winter weather advisories in Rhode Island
None right now. Other active alerts in Rhode Island: none.
Winter Weather Advisories in Rhode Island by year
Rhode Island averaged 10.7 winter weather advisories per year from 2016 to 2025, and has had 7 so far in 2026. The most recent was issued on March 5, 2026.
Counties with the most winter weather advisories
| County | 2016–2025 |
|---|---|
| Providence County | 91 |
| Kent County | 67 |
| Washington County | 51 |
| Bristol County | 50 |
| Newport County | 47 |
What a winter weather advisory means
A winter weather advisory is issued for winter precipitation that is expected to cause significant inconvenience: slick roads, slower commutes and possible school delays. Totals stay below the local winter storm warning criteria, but even light freezing rain or a thin coat of snow can cause many crashes.
More about winter weather advisories and the national map →
What to do
- Leave extra time and slow down on bridges and overpasses.
- Keep a scraper, blanket and phone charger in your car.