Winter Weather Risk in Rhode Island
All Rhode Island counties ranked by FEMA National Risk Index winter weather score
Winter Weather risk — heavy snow, blizzards, and hazardous winter conditions — is rated for 5 of 5 Rhode Island counties in FEMA's National Risk Index. Kent County carries the state's highest winter weather score at 54.9, with $87K in expected annual winter weather losses.
No Rhode Island county reaches the High band for winter weather, and expected annual losses from winter weather total roughly $253K statewide. The full ranking below links to each county's complete 18-hazard risk profile.
County Rankings — Winter Weather
| # | County | Winter Weather Score | Rating | Ann. Freq. | Ann. Loss |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kent County | Low | 11.69 / yr | $87K | |
| 2 | Washington County | Low | 10.34 / yr | $66K | |
| 3 | Providence County | Low | 14.30 / yr | $37K | |
| 4 | Newport County | Low | 9.74 / yr | $41K | |
| 5 | Bristol County | Very Low | 9.94 / yr | $22K |
5 Rhode Island counties with measurable winter weather risk. See the national winter weather ranking or all Rhode Island counties by overall risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Rhode Island county has the highest winter weather risk?
Kent County has the highest FEMA winter weather risk score in Rhode Island at 54.9 (Low), with $87K in expected annual losses and about 11.69 events per year.
How many Rhode Island counties face significant winter weather risk?
5 Rhode Island counties record measurable winter weather risk in FEMA's National Risk Index; 0 of them are rated High or Very High.