Rhode Island lightning map
Rhode Island's thunderstorms concentrate in summer afternoons, often along cold fronts and sea-breeze boundaries near Narragansett Bay.
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Frequently asked
How many thunderstorm days does Rhode Island get?
Rhode Island averages about 22 thunderstorm days a year, versus a US average near 25. Activity peaks June–August.
When is thunderstorm season in Rhode Island?
Lightning is most frequent June–August in Rhode Island.