Providence Travel Guide

Providence

State: Rhode Island

Country: United States

Providence by the Numbers:

Population: 173,618

Elevation: 56 feet

Average Annual Rainfall: 45.5 inches

Average January Temperature: 27.9 degrees F

Average July Temperature: 72.7 degrees F

Quick Facts:

Major Industries: health services, tourism, manufacturing

Ethnic Mix: 46% Caucasian, 30% Hispanic, 14.5% African American, 4% Asian

Electricity: 110 volts, 60Hz, standard two pin plugs

Time Zone: GMT-5

Country Dialing Code: 1

Area Code: 401 ( 1 and the area code must be dialed even for local calls )

Did You Know?

Clergyman Roger Williams founded Providence in 1636 after being exiled by the Massachusetts Bay Colony Puritans. Providence with its legendary Founding Father (Williams) is a wellhead of authentic American history, offering visitors a valuable glimpse into the past.

Orientation:

Providence is the capitol and largest city of Rhode Island and is located towards the southeastern point of the state. Boston lies 41 miles to the north, New York City is 152 miles south, and Philadelphia is 231 miles southwest.2008-08-02T07:29:22.000 220