WILMINGTON, DE – The Delaware River glimmers under clear early morning skies as a stiff west wind sweeps across Wilmington, carrying the last bite of a Veterans Day cold snap. The air feels crisp and cutting, with wind chills near 25 degrees — the kind that makes morning coffee steam drift sideways in the breeze.
According to the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, temperatures will climb toward the mid-40s this afternoon as sunshine breaks through, though gusts may still reach 30 to 40 mph along I-95 and Route 13. It’s a brisk but bright day for Veterans Day observances, with dry air ensuring good visibility for parades and ceremonies. Motorists should watch for sudden gusts on bridges and overpasses, where crosswinds can affect lighter vehicles.
By midweek, calmer air and more sunshine return. Highs near 54 degrees Wednesday and Thursday bring a welcome late-fall warmth before another weak front cools the region slightly by Friday. The weekend looks seasonable and dry, ideal for early holiday travel prep or leaf cleanup, though models hint at another colder push next week — potentially tied to an early “winter tease” as November deepens.
Forecasters say long-range patterns could support a more unsettled setup before Thanksgiving, with cooler air interacting with a moisture stream from the south. For now, Delawareans can enjoy several mild days before the next shift arrives — a reminder that these calm November spells don’t last long once winter’s edge starts to settle in.
Five-Day Forecast for Wilmington, DE:
Wed: 54/39 – Mostly sunny; milder with light breeze.
Thu: 54/36 – Sunny and calm; ideal outdoor day.
Fri: 56/38 – Mostly sunny; seasonable warmth.
Sat: 52/39 – Mostly clear; cooler trend returns.
Sun: 59/40 – Partly sunny; early signs of a pre-holiday pattern change.
