Wilmington, DE – The Delaware Valley wakes to a crisp, clear start this morning, the kind that carries the scent of woodsmoke and the look of a picture-perfect November weekend. Sunshine and calm winds will make this one of the more comfortable stretches in recent weeks, but subtle changes are already underway. Clouds thicken Sunday night, setting up the area’s next rain chance just in time for the Monday morning commute.
According to the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, New Jersey, high pressure will keep skies mostly sunny through Sunday with temperatures topping out near 62°F. Winds stay light through the weekend before turning southwest ahead of a weak front arriving Monday. That front could bring a 30 to 40 percent chance of light rain during the day, with showers most likely across northern Delaware and southeastern Pennsylvania.
Drivers using I-95, Route 1, or Route 13 early Monday should plan for wet pavement and slower travel as patchy rain develops. Though totals look minor, leaf buildup in drains could still lead to minor ponding in low-lying intersections.
Behind Monday’s system, the week turns pleasant again, with sunshine and highs near 60°F returning Tuesday and Wednesday. Lows will dip into the 40s most nights — seasonable, but a gentle reminder that winter’s chill isn’t far off. To be fair, there’s no sign of snow for the Mid-Atlantic yet, though long-range models hint that colder air from the Great Lakes could nudge southward by midmonth. For now, it’s a fine weekend to finish yard work or start stringing those early holiday lights before the damp start to the workweek arrives.
Five-Day Forecast for Wilmington, DE:
Sat: 60/40 – Mostly sunny; calm breeze, crisp fall feel.
Sun: 62/43 – Bright and mild; clouds late.
Mon: 62/45 – 40% chance of rain; damp commute possible.
Tue: 61/42 – Sunny; dry and comfortable.
Wed: 62/44 – Mostly sunny; pleasant fall afternoon.
