Nightly I see a very bright light in the sky. it seems too low to be a star or planet. What is it?

Question

I live in Rhode Island

Answer 1

Actually, there is a large chance of it being Venus, as it is one of the brightest objects in our sky

Answer 2

To the south, it would be Jupiter and to the west near sunset it would be Venus.

Answer 3

I'll bet you're seeing Jupiter.  

Answer 4

Low in the South these days is Jupiter.

Answer 5

Suitti is correct. If you are looking toward the south, then you are undoubtedly seeing Jupiter, which has been especially bright lately.

Answer 6

I think it is the lightning or a scheduled aeroplane fly pass nightly.  

Answer 7

That wold be Jupiter.  It is quite bright and if you have binoculars, you cold see up to 4 of the moons of Jupiter.  There are many Websites available that will give you info.