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Rhode Island weather in October
One place stands in for Rhode Island here — these are Newport's numbers, not a statewide average.
Based on 1 weather station, in Newport. One station — Newport, right on the water, where the ocean takes the edge off winter; inland Rhode Island runs a touch colder overnight.
Newport & the Coast
Highs near 62°, nights around 47°, and 4.1 in of rain in a typical October.
| Place | Highs / lows | Wet days | The short version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport | 62° / 47° | 7 | Sweater weather on the Cliff Walk, with the sea still warm. |
Each place above has its own page for the full story — what the month feels like, what to pack, and whether the timing is right.