Wilmington, Del. – Drivers heading along I-95 through Wilmington on Thursday can expect dry roads and clear skies, but heat builds quickly this weekend. The stretch of sunshine will dominate Delaware’s weather, making for favorable travel conditions but also bringing warmer afternoons, especially for holiday weekend plans.
According to the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, Thursday will start partly sunny with highs near 79 degrees. Winds remain light, shifting southwest through the afternoon. By Friday, a brief shower could develop after 2 p.m., though chances are only 20 percent. Most of Delaware, including New Castle County, will stay dry.
Roadways including I-95, Route 13, and Route 1 are expected to remain clear, with no weather-related travel disruptions. Residents are encouraged to hydrate and take breaks during outdoor activities as temperatures approach 80 by Friday and rise again for Labor Day. Saturday and Sunday will feature abundant sunshine with highs in the upper 70s, perfect for outdoor gatherings and beach trips along the Delaware coast.
Looking ahead, Labor Day itself will bring mostly sunny skies and highs near 79. This stretch of stable weather offers residents a welcome window for barbecues, travel, and back-to-school shopping without significant storm risk.
Conditions remain calm into early next week, though warmer afternoons signal summer’s persistence. More advisories could be issued if humidity or heat levels increase heading into September.
Five Day Forecast for Wilmington, DE:
- Thursday: Partly sunny, high near 79. Low 63.
- Friday: Mostly sunny, slight afternoon shower chance. High 80, low 57.
- Saturday: Sunny, high 75. Low 56.
- Sunday: Sunny, high 78. Low 58.
- Labor Day Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 79.
