Wilmington, DE – Holiday travelers in Delaware may want to keep umbrellas handy and leave extra time on the road this week. A round of steady rain and patchy fog is expected to arrive Tuesday, creating potential slowdowns across I-95 and regional airports as millions begin Thanksgiving travel.
According to the National Weather Service, the chance of rain climbs sharply after midday Tuesday, becoming likely by evening. Winds will shift south, drawing in warmer air and raising highs near 56°F before a cold front slides through. By Tuesday night, rain becomes widespread, with the heaviest periods expected after sunset.
Wednesday brings lingering showers and cloudy skies, but gradual improvement by late day. Highs could touch the mid-60s before cooler, drier air moves in for Thanksgiving. Travelers can expect crisp sunshine Thursday, with highs near 46°F — ideal for parades, gatherings, and early Black Friday trips.
Heading into the weekend, conditions stay calm and cool, with morning lows dipping into the 30s. For those planning post-holiday travel, no major weather disruptions are expected, though brisk winds may make Friday feel colder than it looks.
Five-Day Outlook (Nov. 24–28):
- Tuesday: Rain developing, breezy; high 56°F.
- Wednesday: Chance of showers, clearing late; high 65°F.
- Thanksgiving Day: Mostly sunny, cooler; high 46°F.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, breezy; high 43°F.
- Saturday: Sunny and seasonable; high 50°F.
