Delaware – The air feels sharp and dry across Wilmington this morning, with temperatures near 29 degrees and wind chills in the teens. Sidewalks remain stiff from the cold, and a few stray flurries could drift through late morning before skies turn mostly cloudy.
According to the National Weather Service, a slight chance of snow lingers between 10 and 11 a.m., with highs reaching 36 degrees. Clouds thicken tonight as lows dip to around 30. A brief period of snow or freezing rain may develop toward daybreak Tuesday, though accumulation stays under a half inch.
By midmorning Tuesday, temperatures climb toward 44 degrees and precipitation transitions to plain rain. The chance of precipitation jumps to 90%. Expect wet pavement along I-95, Route 202, and I-295 through the afternoon commute. While ice totals remain minimal, early slick spots are possible on untreated bridges before temperatures rise.
Rain continues Tuesday night with lows near 41. Wednesday turns milder with highs near 55 and scattered showers. Then comes a noticeable March warm-up. Thursday surges to 66 degrees, and Friday stays pleasant near 61 with partial sunshine.
That swing from the 30s to the mid-60s signals an early taste of Spring warmth. The broader 6- to 10-day outlook favors above-normal temperatures into next week.
Clocks spring ahead at 2 a.m. Sunday, March 8. Longer daylight and milder evenings arrive just as this warm spell builds.
Remain alert for flash freezing later this week if melted moisture refreezes during cooler nights.
Five Day Outlook for Wilmington, DE:
Tuesday: Wintry mix early, then rain, high 44.
Wednesday: Chance of showers, high 55.
Thursday: Chance of showers, high 66.
Friday: Partly sunny, high 61.
Saturday: Chance of showers, high 68.
