Damaging Winds, Power Outages As 55+ Gusts Blow Across RI

RHODE ISLAND — Power outages, tree damage and holiday decorations flying down the streets were all in the forecast for Monday as the National Weather Service issued a high wind advisory with gusts expected to exceed 55 miles per hour across most of the state.

The advisory was in place for all of Rhode Island through 10 p.m. on Thursday.

Sustained west winds of 20 to 30 mph were forecast throughout the day, with gusts to 55 mph or higher.

"Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects," the National Weather Service said. "Tree
limbs could be blown down and some power outages may result."

"Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles. Use extra caution."

The wind will usher in a wintry feel for the start of 2025 — though chances for significant snow appear elusive despite the much colder temperatures.

After a high temperature of 41 degrees across Rhode Island on Thursday, it will gradually get colder over the next few days with mostly sunny skies.

Friday will have less wind with gusts up to 30 mph with a high temperature of 38 degrees.

Winds will subside to the teens on Saturday and Sunday as temperatures hover around freezing for highs through the weekend.

A coastal storm that could bring heavy snow to the mid-Atlantic is expected to pass well south of New England on Monday as calm and cold weather persists with highs near 32 with a steady west wind each day through the middle of the week.

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