WILMINGTON, Del. – A calm, starlit start greets Delaware and the Delaware Valley this morning, but the quiet stretch is about to end. A developing system from the Midwest will bring clouds, rain, and gusty winds into the region by Saturday night, closing out the weekend on a soggy note.
According to the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, Friday will stay bright and mild with highs in the low 50s, setting up a pleasant end to the workweek. By Saturday, clouds will thicken through the afternoon before a 70% chance of rain spreads into New Castle, Kent, and Chester counties after sunset. Winds may gust between 20 and 30 mph at times, especially along I-95 and the Delaware Memorial Bridge, where wet pavement and ponding could slow traffic for early weekend travelers.
The system exits quickly Sunday, but not before a few lingering showers in the morning. Temperatures will spike briefly into the low 60s before a cooler northwest breeze takes over by afternoon. Skies clear late Sunday, leading into a dry, crisp start to the new week with highs in the low 50s Monday and Tuesday — classic November chill.
For residents planning early Thanksgiving errands or outdoor leaf cleanup, Friday remains the best window for dry weather. Keep an eye on Saturday night’s rain if travel or weekend events are planned, as the early taste of November dampness sets the tone for a cooler pattern heading into Thanksgiving week.
Five-Day Forecast for Wilmington, DE:
Fri: 53/32 – Mostly sunny; calm winds, cool and pleasant.
Sat: 55/46 – Cloudy; rain develops by evening.
Sun: 63/39 – Showers early; breezy and cooler late.
Mon: 52/35 – Mostly sunny; brisk, fall-like air.
Tue: 52/38 – Partly sunny; calm, seasonable.
