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Delaware Weather Today: Warm Friday Gives Way to Chilly Nights Oct 30-31
WILMINGTON, DE – Residents across Wilmington and northern Delaware will experience a noticeable temperature change heading into the weekend as Friday's afternoon warmth near 74 degrees gives way to ch
By Dylan Reeves · 2026-10-30T08:46:56.359Z
WILMINGTON, DE – Residents across Wilmington and northern Delaware will experience a noticeable temperature change heading into the weekend as Friday's afternoon warmth near 74 degrees gives way to chilly overnight conditions, with temperatures falling into the lower 40s.
According to the National Weather Service, Friday will begin with patchy fog before 8 a.m., followed by sunshine and an afternoon high near 74 degrees. West winds of 5 to 15 mph will shift northwest during the afternoon, accompanying a transition toward cooler weather.
The temperature drop begins Friday night, when mostly clear skies and northwest winds of 5 to 10 mph will accompany lows around 43 degrees.
Saturday Brings Cooler Afternoon Temperatures
Saturday will feature increasing cloud cover, with afternoon highs reaching approximately 63 degrees, an 11 degree drop compared with Friday.
By Saturday night, temperatures are expected to fall to around 41 degrees under mostly cloudy skies.
That represents a 33 degree difference between Friday's afternoon high and Saturday night's forecast low.
Residents attending outdoor events, traveling during the evening or spending time outside should prepare for cooler conditions, especially after sunset.
Sunday will remain mostly cloudy, with temperatures reaching around 64 degrees before falling to approximately 44 degrees overnight.
Warmer Weather Returns Next Week
The cooler pattern will gradually ease early next week.
Monday is expected to bring partly sunny skies and a high near 66 degrees, followed by mostly sunny conditions Tuesday with temperatures reaching approximately 71 degrees.
Wednesday could warm further, with afternoon highs near 72 degrees.
However, rain chances will increase later in the week.
The National Weather Service forecasts a 40% chance of showers Wednesday night, followed by a 60% chance Thursday.
For Wilmington, Newark and surrounding New Castle County communities, the immediate forecast calls for a warm Friday followed by a cooler, largely dry weekend.
Residents should keep jackets available for evening activities and monitor updated forecasts as temperatures fluctuate.