Wilmington, Delaware – Early commuters across Delaware could encounter slick bridges before 8 a.m. Thursday as light overnight snow brushes northern portions of the state, but temperatures climbing 15 to 20 degrees above seasonal averages will melt most accumulation before the midday drive.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, Delaware sits within a 40 to 50 percent above-normal precipitation zone through Tuesday. That active corridor stretches from the Gulf Coast through the Mid-Atlantic and into the Northeast, increasing the likelihood of multiple systems bringing rain or a brief rain-snow mix as February wraps up.
In Wilmington and along the I-95 corridor, average highs this time of year sit in the mid-40s. Afternoon temperatures next week may surge into the low to mid-50s, especially across New Castle and Kent counties. Dover and areas along Route 1 could see a short-lived burst of snow before sunrise, quickly transitioning to rain as temperatures rise. Sussex County is more likely to see primarily rain, particularly closer to the coast where milder air arrives sooner.
The broader outlook favors above-normal warmth across much of the eastern United States, while cooler air lingers across parts of the West. That contrast keeps the jet stream active across the Mid-Atlantic, supporting periodic rounds of precipitation.
Drivers should allow extra time during early morning travel, clear storm drains to reduce standing water and monitor DelDOT updates for changing conditions. The milder pattern continues into early next week, though additional systems could still prompt advisories. Winter is fading across Delaware, but it has not disappeared entirely.
