Delaware – Cold air presses against the Delaware River this morning as low clouds hang heavy and streets glisten under traffic lights. Sidewalks feel slick in spots, and breath fogs briefly in the chill. It is a quiet start, but winter signals are lining up as Christmas travel approaches.
According to the National Weather Service serving the Wilmington area, temperatures remain near freezing early with spotty snow possible. Any accumulation stays light, yet melting during the day matters more than totals. Wet pavement can refreeze quickly once colder air returns.
Across northern Delaware, conditions improve midweek as clouds thin and temperatures rise into the 40s. That brief stretch helps roads dry and travel remain manageable along I-95, Route 202, and surrounding corridors. Winds stay noticeable at times, adding a brisk edge to otherwise calm weather.
Attention shifts to Friday as a developing system brings a higher chance of snow and wintry mix. Rain may begin first, then transition to snow or freezing rain as temperatures slip back toward the mid-30s. Even minor icing could create slick bridges and ramps during peak post-Christmas travel hours.
Friday night appears colder, with temperatures hovering near 30 degrees. That raises concerns for black ice, especially where daytime moisture lingers. Drivers heading north toward Pennsylvania or south toward Maryland should plan extra time and reduce speed after sunset.
Christmas Day itself stays quieter with milder temperatures, offering a short travel window before winter conditions return. Looking ahead, unsettled weather continues into the weekend, keeping winter firmly in play across the region.
Residents are urged to stay alert, monitor updates, and prepare for rapidly changing road conditions.
Five-Day Outlook for Wilmington, Delaware
• Today: Chance of snow early, then rain. High near 42.
• Wednesday: Clearing skies. High near 47.
• Christmas Day: Mostly cloudy, mild. High near 45.
• Thursday Night: Colder, mostly cloudy. Low near 29.
• Friday: Snow and wintry mix possible late. High near 36.
