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Winter in Newport Harbour, Rhode Island

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Rhode Island weather, climate and geography

Weather & climate

Best time to visit: 

Rhode Island's climate is milder than that of the other New England states. Winters are relatively cold with temperatures ranging from -6.1 to 2.2°C (21 to 36°F) and summer temperatures averaging between 17.2 and 27.2°C (63 to 81°F). Precipitation is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year.

Required clothing: 

Cottons and linens for summer months and heavyweights with extra bundling for the winter months.

Geography

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