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Providence, RI Fishing Forecast
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Providence, RI · ZIP 02903 · NWS BOX forecast updated Oct 23, 12:24 PM
Is it too windy to fish in Providence right now?
12:00 PM: wind 13 mph N, gusts 22 mph · Sunny
Breezy — fishable
Breezy — fishable
Yes — too windy
Rough
Right-now fishing score: 41 (Sit it out) for boat fishing. Pressure 1028 hPa, trend +0.8 hPa/3h. Wind thresholds are heuristics — see the wind guide.
Providence fishing today
- Pressure rising slowly (+0.8 hPa/3h)
- Light breeze — good chop (10 mph)
- 🧭 North wind (N): post-front effect already counted in pressure/front, lore not applied again
- 🧭 Traditional angler lore: east/northeast wind (NE) said to slow the bite, small minus
- Breezy but fishable (13 mph)
- Sunrise/sunset low-light window
Best times
- 4:00 PM–6:00 PM 57 out of 100 Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset) · Light breeze — good chop (8 mph) · Sunrise/sunset low-light window
- 6:00 PM–8:00 PM 52 out of 100 Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Light breeze — good chop (7 mph)
- 9:00 PM–11:00 PM 56 out of 100 Light breeze — good chop (6 mph) · Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot)
Providence fishing tomorrow
- Light breeze — good chop (3 mph)
- 🧭 Wind under 4 mph: direction (N) not scored
- Sunrise/sunset low-light window
- 🧭 Traditional angler lore: east/northeast wind (NE) said to slow the bite, small minus
- Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset)
- Cold (35°F)
Best times
- 4:00 AM–6:00 AM 59 out of 100 Light breeze — good chop (3 mph) · Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset)
- 11:00 AM–1:00 PM 69 out of 100 Major solunar period (moon overhead/underfoot) · Light breeze — good chop (5 mph)
- 5:00 PM–7:00 PM 69 out of 100 Minor solunar period (moonrise/moonset) · Sunrise/sunset low-light window · Light breeze — good chop (3 mph)
7-day fishing outlook for Providence
44–57°F · Waxing Gibbous
35–61°F · Waxing Gibbous
38–63°F · Waxing Gibbous
38–68°F · Full Moon
39–56°F · Waning Gibbous
34–55°F · Waning Gibbous
37–60°F · Waning Gibbous
Hunting conditions near Providence
Deer movement score today 80 (Good deer movement expected) · Rut phase (estimate): Seeking & chasing
- 12:47 PM–2:00 PM 73 out of 100 Pressure rising (+0.8 hPa/3h) · Wind 13 mph — ideal for covering sound/scent · Steady N wind (within ±0° over ±3 h): predictable scent cone
- 3:00 PM–5:00 PM 75 out of 100 Pressure rising (+0.8 hPa/3h) · Wind 10 mph — ideal for covering sound/scent · Steady N wind (within ±33° over ±3 h): predictable scent cone
- 5:00 PM–6:24 PM 84 out of 100 Dusk movement window · Pressure rising (+0.8 hPa/3h) · Wind 7 mph — ideal for covering sound/scent
Providence at a glance
| Coordinates | 41.819, -71.410 |
|---|---|
| Time zone | America/New_York |
| NWS forecast office / grid | BOX 64,74 |
| Grid elevation | 20 ft |
| Pressure data | Observed at KPVD (next 6 h only) |
| Sunrise / sunset today | 7:08 AM / 5:54 PM |
| Moon today | Waxing Gibbous, 92% illuminated |
| Solunar rating today | 2/5 |
Solunar calendar for Providence
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Scores are heuristics combining NWS forecast data with traditional solunar theory. They are not validated predictions of fish or deer behavior. Always check official forecasts, regulations and legal shooting hours.
Rhode Island fishing regulations
Seasons, licenses, size and creel limits are set by the Rhode Island DEM Division of Fish and Wildlife. Always check current Rhode Island fishing regulations before you go.
More Rhode Island locations: Narragansett · Rhode Island fishing forecast
Frequently asked questions
Is today a good day to fish in Providence?
This forecast scores today 53/100 (“Marginal”) for Providence, based on the NWS BOX hourly forecast and solunar data. It’s a heuristic and updates through the day.
What is the best time to fish in Providence today?
Today’s best-scoring windows: 4:00 PM–6:00 PM (57), 6:00 PM–8:00 PM (52), 9:00 PM–11:00 PM (56) local time (America/New_York).
Is it too windy to fish in Providence right now?
Current forecast wind is 13 mph with gusts to 22 mph: shore breezy, boat breezy, kayak too windy by our heuristic thresholds.
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