Middletown is a lovely city in Newport County, located just north of Newport on Aquidneck Island (aka Rhode Island). The town, which was originally part of the city of Newport during the region's colonial days, was incorporated as its own area in 1743. Today, it is home to a plethora of colonial-era historic sites, including the historic Prescott Farm, which is noted for its connection to British General Richard Prescott. Beautiful natural areas include the Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge, which is known as an important migratory spot for harlequin duck populations.

Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge

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Norman Bird Sanctuary

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Newport Vineyards

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Sweet Berry Farm

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Prescott Farm

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The Whitehall Museum House

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St. Columba's Chapel

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Boyd’s Wind Grist Mill

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Newport National Golf Club

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Middletown, Rhode Island is a 1 hour 15 minute weekend getaway from Boston (69.6 miles via MA-24 S):


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Middletown, Rhode Island Weather by Month:

Month High (°F) Low (°F) Precip. (in) Conditions
January 35 22 3.5 Cold
February 38 25 3.0 Cold
March 48 32 3.8 Cool
April 60 40 3.5 Mild
May 70 50 3.7 Pleasant
June 80 60 3.9 Warm & Humid
July 85 68 4.2 Hot & Humid
August 83 66 4.0 Warm & Humid
September 75 55 3.8 Mild
October 62 42 3.2 Cool
November 48 32 3.5 Cold
December 37 25 3.3 Cold

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