Weather & Climate · Rhode Island
Best Weather Counties in Rhode Island 2026
Ranked by temperatures, precipitation, and extreme weather frequency.
Top 10 — Weather & Climate in Rhode Island
Score reflects weather & climate only — not overall county quality.
All Rhode Island Counties — Weather & Climate Rankings
5 counties ranked by weather & climate score. Overall Score shown for context.
| # | County | Weather & Climate Score | Overall Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newport County, RI | 68 | 52.2 |
| 2 | Washington County, RI | 65.1 | 55.9 |
| 3 | Kent County, RI | 62.4 | 47.2 |
| 4 | Providence County, RI | 59.3 | 36.7 |
| 5 | Bristol County, RI | 58.7 | 58.6 |