WILMINGTON, Del. – Drivers in Wilmington may face reduced visibility early Thursday as patchy fog lingers through the morning commute before clearing to reveal mostly sunny skies. Highs are expected near 83, making for a warm, dry afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service, calm winds out of the northwest around 5 mph will keep conditions stable Thursday before shifting southwest overnight. Fog is expected to dissipate by 9 a.m., but motorists should use caution during the early hours on I-95, Route 141, and local roadways where visibility could quickly drop.
Friday will bring the warmest stretch of the week, with sunny skies and highs near 87. Saturday remains mostly sunny with highs around 78, while Sunday turns slightly cooler, topping out near 74 under partly cloudy skies.
No rain is expected through the weekend, offering an extended dry period for outdoor events across New Castle County and surrounding areas. Officials remind residents to stay hydrated during peak afternoon warmth and allow extra travel time during foggy mornings.
Conditions remain favorable into next week, with sunshine and highs in the low to mid-80s continuing through Tuesday.
Five Day Forecast for Wilmington, DE
- Thursday: Morning fog, then sunny. High 83. Low 61.
- Friday: Sunny, high near 87. Low 62.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 78. Low 60.
- Sunday: Partly cloudy, high 74. Low 59.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, high 82. Low 62.
