Delaware greets the morning with crisp air and bright sun over Wilmington. Thermometers sit at 35 degrees, and a north breeze makes it feel closer to 29. Early drivers along I-95 and Route 202 may notice damp pavement where frost lingered at daybreak.
The chill is sharp but brief.
According to the National Weather Service, skies stay sunny today with a high near 48 degrees. North winds range from 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. Clear skies tonight allow temperatures to fall to 31 degrees, setting up another cold start before a steady warm-up begins.
Flash freezing can develop where melted frost refreezes in shaded spots. Use caution on bridges and exit ramps through mid-morning.
Sunday turns milder with highs near 56 and increasing clouds. Sunday night holds near 45 degrees under mostly cloudy skies. By Monday, southwest winds push temperatures to 66 degrees, a noticeable Spring shift across New Castle County.
Tuesday brings mostly sunny skies and a high near 77. That warmth builds toward Wednesday, when highs approach 80 degrees. However, rain becomes likely after 2 p.m. Wednesday, with a 60 percent chance of showers that could slow the evening commute.
Showers remain likely into early Thursday, and cooler air drops highs to the mid-50s. Friday keeps rain chances around 60 percent with highs near 48.
Plan ahead for midweek rain if traveling. Keep jackets handy for chilly mornings, but lighter layers will feel better by Tuesday afternoon.
Long-range trends point to above-normal temperatures heading into early April.
Five-Day Outlook for Wilmington:
Sunday: Increasing clouds, 56.
Monday: Partly sunny, 66.
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, 77.
Wednesday: Rain likely late, 80.
Thursday: Rain likely, 55.
