--- title: "Hurricane Tracker Rhode Island" description: "Hurricane tracker for Rhode Island with a live storm map. See current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks." url: "https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/usa/rhode-island.html" language: "en-GB" --- # Hurricane Tracker Rhode Island The Storm Tracks layer shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks. RainViewer shows storm tracks on one map for Rhode Island, Narragansett Bay, and the coast. ## Current hurricanes near Rhode Island Rhode Island is the smallest US state, with a coast on Narragansett Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. This list names each active tropical storm or hurricane near Rhode Island, with its category and status. Each storm links to its own tracker page. No active tropical storm or hurricane is listed near Rhode Island. Last updated: 00:32 UTC, 13 Nov 2026 [See storms in other regions →](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/) ## How RainViewer shows storms The National Hurricane Center issues the official hurricane watches and warnings for Rhode Island. The Storm Tracks layer on the RainViewer map shows current position, past path, forecast path and the cone of probable tracks. RainViewer does not replace official warnings. - See the full storm path Tap any point on the path to see wind speed, category and direction at that point. - Read the category in one place Open any storm to see its category and intensity. - Get a notification when a storm approaches RainViewer sends a Tropical Storm Alert when a storm approaches your area. ## When is hurricane season in Rhode Island? Hurricane season in Rhode Island runs from 1 June to 30 November. Most activity falls between mid-August and mid-October, and 10 September is the climatological peak, according to the National Hurricane Center. A hurricane starts as a cluster of thunderstorms over warm ocean water. Warm, moist air rises from the sea surface. The air pressure near the surface drops, and more air flows in. The rotation of the Earth makes this air spin, anticlockwise in the Northern Hemisphere. Weak winds high in the atmosphere let the system organise. A system with a closed circulation is called a tropical depression. It becomes a tropical storm when its winds strengthen, and the National Hurricane Center gives it a name. It becomes a hurricane when its winds reach hurricane strength. Sea temperatures around Rhode Island are highest in late summer. This is the peak of storm activity. Early in the season, storms often form in the Gulf of Mexico. Later in the season, storms often arrive from the Atlantic Ocean after a long journey from West Africa. Storms reach Rhode Island from the south over the Atlantic Ocean. Narragansett Bay reaches far inland from the coast. ## Hurricane trackers for cities in Rhode Island Each of these Rhode Island cities has its own page showing current storms nearby and past storms that came close. - [Cranston](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/usa/rhode-island/cranston.html) - [East Providence](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/usa/rhode-island/east-providence.html) - [Pawtucket](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/usa/rhode-island/pawtucket.html) - [Warwick](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/usa/rhode-island/warwick.html) - [Woonsocket](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/usa/rhode-island/woonsocket.html) ## Storms in other US states Rhode Island is one of the US states with its own hurricane tracker. See current and past storms near Connecticut and Massachusetts on their pages, or open the United States page. - [Connecticut](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/usa/connecticut.html) - [Massachusetts](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/usa/massachusetts.html) [United States hurricane tracker →](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/usa.html) ## Hurricane categories at a glance - Tropical Depression (<39 mph) Rain and gusty wind, no hurricane classification yet. - Tropical Storm (39-73 mph) Heavy rain, coastal flooding, fallen branches. - Category 1 Hurricane (74-95 mph) Roof and cladding damage, fallen trees, power cuts. - Category 2 Hurricane (96-110 mph) Major roof damage, trees snapped, prolonged power cuts. - Category 3 Hurricane (111-129 mph) Structural damage to homes, water and power loss for days. - Category 4 Hurricane (130-156 mph) Severe structural damage, long-term power and water loss. - Category 5 Hurricane (157 mph or higher) Total roof failure and wall collapse, area uninhabitable for weeks. ## FAQ ### Where can I see current hurricanes near Rhode Island? The hurricane tracker map on this RainViewer page shows current storm tracks near Rhode Island, and the list under the map names each active storm near Rhode Island. When no storm is active, the list says so and links to storms in other regions. Past storms near Rhode Island are listed further down the page. ### When is hurricane season in Rhode Island, and which months are busiest? Hurricane season in Rhode Island runs from 1 June to 30 November, and most activity falls between mid-August and mid-October, according to the National Hurricane Center. 10 September is the climatological peak, the date when historical records show the most tropical storms and hurricanes. Storms reach Rhode Island from the south over the Atlantic Ocean. Narragansett Bay reaches far inland from the coast. ### Which official source issues hurricane warnings for Rhode Island? The National Hurricane Center (NHC) issues the official hurricane watches and warnings for Rhode Island, and publishes advisories for every active Atlantic storm. RainViewer shows storm tracks on a map and does not replace official warnings. The NHC is the source for official storm forecasts. ### What does the forecast cone show on the Rhode Island map? The forecast cone on the RainViewer map shows the probable track of the centre of a storm during the forecast period. The cone does not show how far wind, rain, or storm surge reach from the centre, so areas outside the cone can still have storm effects. The cone is part of the Storm Tracks layer, together with the current position, the past path, and the forecast path. ### Where can I see rain radar for Rhode Island? RainViewer shows rain radar for Rhode Island, and the Rhode Island weather radar page lists radar coverage and links to city radar pages. RainViewer updates radar every 5 minutes. Radar shows rain inside a storm. The Storm Tracks layer shows where the storm is moving.