Wilmington, Delaware – Friday in Wilmington starts wet, with drivers and commuters facing heavy rain and scattered thunderstorms, especially after midday along I-95 and key New Castle County roads. Travelers should expect delays, water on pavement, and possible brief flooding during the busiest part of the day.
According to the National Weather Service, rain will intensify after noon Friday, August 1st, with a 40% chance of showers through the afternoon and a risk of thunderstorms as the evening approaches. Northeast winds could gust up to 25 mph. Rainfall will be locally heavy, though totals should stay below a quarter-inch for most. If you’re heading out, allow extra travel time and consider alternate routes if water accumulates on local roadways.
City neighborhoods and major arteries—especially I-95, Kirkwood Highway, and Concord Pike—could see standing water during the heaviest downpours. Utility crews remain on alert, but no widespread power disruptions are expected. Residents should charge devices and avoid driving through high water. If thunder roars, move indoors until the storm passes.
Looking ahead, Wilmington’s weekend forecast brightens. Saturday will be mostly sunny with a high near 87°F and light winds, offering a classic start to August. Sunday continues the summer streak with sun and highs in the mid-80s. Next week, highs remain steady near 86°F, with mostly sunny skies and low rain chances—ideal for outdoor plans and late summer travel.
Five-Day Wilmington, DE Weather Outlook:
- Friday, August 1: Scattered showers and possible thunderstorms, high 76°F, breezy, drier by evening.
- Saturday: Sunny, high 87°F, low 64°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 84°F, low 63°F.
- Monday: Sunny, high 86°F, low 65°F.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, high 87°F, low 67°F.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 85°F.
