Delaware – Sunshine is fading fast and a sharper edge is building in the air, with thunderstorms set to move into Wilmington just as traffic begins to peak later today.
According to the National Weather Service, rain chances surge to 60 percent this afternoon, with thunderstorms likely after 5 p.m. Rainfall totals could reach a half inch in heavier downpours, and gusty southwest winds up to 25 mph may reduce visibility on key roadways .
This system stretches across the Mid-Atlantic, where a broader spring storm pattern is fueling strong storms from the Ohio Valley into the Northeast. While severe weather remains limited locally, bursts of heavy rain and lightning could still disrupt travel across Delaware, southeastern Pennsylvania, and southern New Jersey.
In Wilmington, drivers should prepare for slower conditions along I-95, I-295, and Route 202 during the evening commute. Wet pavement and sudden downpours may lead to brief pooling on roads and reduced visibility. Plan extra time, avoid hard braking, and keep headlights on during rain.
Showers continue into tonight with a 90 percent chance of rain and additional thunderstorms possible before early morning. Conditions begin to settle Thursday with cooler air and only scattered showers, followed by a dry and warmer stretch into Friday and Saturday.
By the weekend, temperatures climb into the low 80s Saturday before another round of showers arrives Sunday, which could impact early Easter travel plans.
Five Day Forecast for Wilmington, DE
Today: Showers and thunderstorms likely, high near 81
Thursday: Chance of showers, high near 55
Friday: Partly sunny, high near 77
Saturday: Mostly sunny, warm, high near 81
Sunday: Showers likely, high near 71
