Weekend Weather: Cool Start Thursday Before Hot Weather Returns

Although Thursday morning had Rhode Islanders pulling out their jackets and turning on seat heaters in their cars, summer temperatures aren't quite over in the Ocean State. This weekend, temperatures are expected to hit the mid-80s, allowing for one last hurrah at the beach or pool.

It's fitting that the sudden hot temperatures will come this weekend, ahead of the Autumnal Equinox on Monday that marks the official start of fall.

Don't expect it to fell like summer on Thursday. While it will be sunny, temperatures are only supposed to hit the high 60s. Temperatures will begin to climb on Friday, almost reaching 80 degrees before topping out in the low 80s on Saturday and Sunday.

If you are planning on heading to the beach, be careful. NWS has issued a high surf advisory for Washington and Newport Counties until 6 p.m. on Friday, warning residents that strong rip currents and waves breaking as high as eight to nine feet are likely.

Here's a look at Rhode Island's weekend weather forecast, courtesy of the National Weather Service.

Thursday
Sunny, with a high near 68. North wind around 6 mph becoming calm in the afternoon.

Thursday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 48. South wind around 6 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Friday
Sunny, with a high near 78. Northwest wind around 7 mph.

Friday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 59. Northwest wind around 6 mph.

Saturday
Sunny, with a high near 82. Northwest wind 5 to 7 mph becoming west in the afternoon.

Saturday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 60. South wind 3 to 6 mph.

Sunday
Sunny, with a high near 81. Southwest wind 6 to 13 mph.

Sunday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 63. Southwest wind around 11 mph.

Monday
Partly sunny, with a high near 79. Southwest wind 11 to 13 mph.