Delaware drivers step into bright sun and sharp air this morning, but big swings are lining up fast. Pavement is dry across Wilmington now, yet rain and even snow could complicate travel by early next week.
According to the National Weather Service, Wilmington reaches near 49 degrees today under sunny skies. Winds stay light. Clouds increase tonight, and temperatures dip to around 29 degrees.
Saturday delivers a true spring tease. Highs climb to 57 degrees with gradual clearing. It will feel mild along I-95 and Route 202. After all, late February can still pivot quickly.
Clouds thicken again Saturday night. By Sunday, a slight chance of rain develops before 1 p.m. Highs settle near 44 degrees with north winds at 5 to 15 mph. Roads may turn damp, especially during the afternoon.
Colder air pushes in Sunday night. Temperatures fall to around 21 degrees. Any leftover moisture could refreeze toward daybreak Monday. Watch for slick bridges and shaded ramps.
Monday brings the bigger call-out. A 40 percent chance of snow develops after 1 p.m. Highs reach only 32 degrees. Even light accumulation could coat untreated roads into the evening commute. Plan extra time if traveling Monday.
Tuesday keeps the unsettled theme. A chance of rain or snow lingers, with highs near 41. By midweek, temperatures rebound toward 50 degrees. Longer-range outlooks favor above-normal readings into early March, signaling spring warmth ahead.
Five Day Outlook for Wilmington, Delaware:
Saturday: Partly sunny, high 57.
Sunday: Slight chance of rain, high 44.
Monday: Chance of snow after 1 p.m., high 32.
Tuesday: Chance of rain or snow, high 41.
Wednesday: Chance of rain, high 50.
