Wilmington, DE – Spring showers and a brief thunderstorm risk will move into Delaware Monday night, prompting a weather alert for the Wilmington area. Following a mild and sunny Monday, rain and breezy conditions are expected to roll in, potentially impacting evening commutes and travel along I-95.
According to the National Weather Service, Monday will be partly sunny with a high near 65°F. Winds will remain calm through most of the day, but conditions will shift quickly after sunset. Monday night brings a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Rainfall amounts should remain light, under a tenth of an inch, but isolated thunderstorms may briefly intensify.
By Tuesday, breezy southwest winds will accompany mostly sunny skies. Highs will reach near 65°F again, but wind gusts could make outdoor activities less comfortable. Motorists and commuters should prepare for crosswinds on bridges and elevated roads, especially along the I-495 and I-95 corridors.
Clear and cooler weather returns Tuesday night, dropping to 42°F, with Wednesday expected to be sunny and mild, reaching a high near 65°F. The rest of the week stays dry through Friday, before another round of possible showers moves in Saturday.
5-Day Spring Forecast for Wilmington, DE:
- Monday: Partly sunny, high 65°F
- Monday Night: 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms, low 52°F
- Tuesday: Breezy, mostly sunny, high 65°F
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 65°F
- Thursday: Sunny, high 66°F
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high 68°F
