Wilmington, DE – Friday afternoon outdoor plans across Delaware may be disrupted as thunderstorms develop after 2 p.m., bringing brief but potentially heavy downpours to the Wilmington area. While skies start sunny, conditions will shift quickly, with the highest storm risk in the late afternoon and early evening.
According to the National Weather Service, storm chances remain around 20% for Wilmington, but even isolated storms could produce sharp wind gusts and short bursts of heavy rain. The northeast breeze will keep morning conditions comfortable, but rising humidity will build instability later in the day.
Areas along I-95, including Newark, Wilmington, and Claymont, should be prepared for quick-moving showers that could slow traffic during the afternoon commute. Residents planning trips to Brandywine Park or the Wilmington Riverfront should monitor skies closely and have an indoor backup plan.
The weekend will bring mostly sunny skies Saturday with a high near 88, followed by a warm and dry Sunday reaching 91°F. This storm threat appears isolated to Friday, with the next chance for showers holding off until Tuesday.
Five Day Wilmington, DE Forecast:
- Friday: Sunny early, then slight chance of storms after 2 p.m. High 89°F, low 70°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny. High 88°F, low 69°F.
- Sunday: Sunny. High 91°F, low 70°F.
- Monday: Partly cloudy. High 88°F, low 67°F.
- Tuesday: Chance of showers. High 87°F, low 66°F.
