Rhode Island Gas Prices Climb Another 7 Cents Overnight

PROVIDENCE, RI — After an astronomical week, there's no sign of relief at the gas pump in Rhode Island. After climbing by about 60 cents in a week and setting a new all-time record, the average price per gallon rose again overnight, setting a new high.

As of Monday, the average price per gallon was $4.17, the highest on record, AAA Northeast said. Overnight, it climbed another seven cents, averaging $4.24 per gallon Tuesday.

High prices aren't expected to go anywhere soon, with the Russian invasion of Ukraine causing turmoil in the international oil market. On Tuesday, President Joe Biden announced a ban on all oil exported from Russia, which could push prices even higher.

According to AAA Northeast, Rhode Island's average is seven cents higher than the national average, which currently sits at $4.17 per gallon. Next-door neighbor Massachusetts has the same average price per gallon, while Connecticut is more than 10 cents higher at $4.35.