Wilmington, Delaware – Thunderstorms are expected to roll into Wilmington by 8 a.m. Tuesday, possibly disrupting morning travel along I-95 and I-495. With highs near 80°F and periods of heavy rain, drivers and commuters should expect delays and slick conditions early in the day.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and isolated thunderstorms will likely move across New Castle County starting Tuesday morning, with a 60% chance of rain between 6 a.m. and 3 p.m. New rainfall amounts could reach up to half an inch in localized pockets. Conditions should begin to clear by Tuesday night, with mostly clear skies and lows in the low 60s.
Wednesday and Thursday will bring a much-needed break from the unsettled weather. Both days look sunny and dry, with highs climbing to 83°F Wednesday and up to 89°F by Thursday. Heat safety is encouraged, especially for outdoor workers or those without adequate cooling.
Heading into the weekend, Wilmington sees another chance of thunderstorms Friday night into Saturday. Rain chances hold steady near 40–50% through Sunday, which could dampen outdoor events or travel.
Residents should stay weather-aware and check alerts before heading out. Storm activity Tuesday morning may cause brief but disruptive delays.
🌤 Wilmington 5-Day Forecast (June 9–14):
- Monday: Cloudy, chance of morning showers. High 75°F.
- Tuesday: Showers and storms, mainly 6 a.m.–3 p.m. High 80°F.
- Wednesday: Sunny, dry. High 83°F.
- Thursday: Hot and sunny. High 89°F.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, storms late. High 90°F.
- Saturday: Storms likely. High 81°F.
- Sunday: Chance of showers. High 76°F.
