DOVER, Del. – A gloomy start to the weekend will give way to a fast-moving storm system bringing widespread rain and gusty winds Sunday before temperatures plunge sharply to start the new week. The shift marks Delaware’s strongest taste of late fall so far, with a brisk chill setting in by Monday night and possible frost by Veterans Day morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, steady showers will develop Sunday morning and intensify through midday, especially along the I-95 corridor from Wilmington to Newark. A few heavier pockets of rain could briefly reduce visibility and slow traffic on major routes, while breezy southwest winds may gust near 25 mph. The system will move east quickly by evening, allowing drier and cooler air to sweep across the Delmarva region.
Monday brings a return to sunshine, but the warmth won’t last. Highs will reach near 50 degrees before falling sharply into the low 30s by nightfall. The crisp air will settle in just in time for Veterans Day events, with morning lows near freezing and highs only in the mid-40s under bright skies. Residents should prepare now for the chill—bundle up for early commutes, protect sensitive plants, and secure outdoor decorations as the wind picks up.
This cool-down signals a broader November pattern shift spreading across the East, hinting at a more persistent cold stretch heading toward Thanksgiving. For now, Delaware can expect a soggy Sunday, a blustery Monday, and a bright but brisk reminder that winter is inching closer.
Five-Day Forecast for Wilmington, DE:
Sat: 67/49 – Morning showers; gradual clearing, breezy afternoon.
Sun: 64/42 – Rain likely midday; gusty, slick roads late.
Mon: 50/31 – Mostly sunny; brisk northwest wind.
Tue (Veterans Day): 46/35 – Bright, cool; frost early.
Wed: 53/40 – Mostly sunny; calmer, mild rebound.
