Local weather forecast

Weather in Claymont, DE

Updated 2026-09-26 09:00 local time · ZIP codes 19703

Light rain
Now55°F

Light rain

High / Low63° / 53°
Rain chance86%
Wind18 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

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Coastal Flood Advisory issued September 25 at 2:34PM EDT until September 27 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In New Jersey, Gloucester, Camden and Northwestern Burlington. In Pennsylvania, Delaware, Philadelphia and Lower Bucks. * WHEN...Until 5 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...At this level, flooding begins on the most vulnerable roads along tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Localized moderate tidal flooding impacts cannot be ruled out.

Safety instructions

A Coastal Flood Advisory means that minor tidal flooding is expected. Minor tidal flooding often results in some road closures. Usually, the most vulnerable roadways will flood. Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidal flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs. Visit the National Water Prediction Service at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.

Coastal Flood Advisory issued September 26 at 4:20AM EDT until September 27 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...In New Jersey, Gloucester, Camden and Northwestern Burlington. In Pennsylvania, Delaware, Philadelphia and Lower Bucks. * WHEN...Until 5 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...At this level, flooding begins on the most vulnerable roads along tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Localized moderate tidal flooding impacts cannot be ruled out.

Safety instructions

A Coastal Flood Advisory means that minor tidal flooding is expected. Minor tidal flooding often results in some road closures. Usually, the most vulnerable roadways will flood. Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidal flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs. Visit the National Water Prediction Service at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.

Hourly

Next hours

NowLight rain55°70% rain
10 AMLight rain53°79% rain
11 AMModerate rain53°86% rain
12 PMModerate rain53°88% rain
1 PMModerate rain53°85% rain
2 PMLight rain54°78% rain
3 PMLight rain54°78% rain
4 PMLight rain54°80% rain
5 PMLight rain54°81% rain
6 PMLight drizzle54°69% rain
7 PMLight drizzle54°65% rain
8 PMLight drizzle54°53% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Light rain
63° 53°Light rain
Rain 86%Gust 18 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Light rain
57° 55°Light rain
Rain 93%Gust 20 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Patchy rain nearby
59° 55°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 87%Gust 12 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like46°F
Humidity82%
Pressure29.88 inHg
Visibility5 mi
Wind18 mph NNE
Wind gusts37 mph
Precipitation0.05 in
UV index0
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:53 AM
Sunset06:52 PM
Moonrise06:42 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour3 AM · 57°F
Coolest hour12 PM · 53°F
Highest rain chance12 PM · 88%
Strongest gusts11 AM · 39 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 88% over the next 12 hours.

A jacket or sweater is a good idea

It feels like 46°F with winds near 18 mph.

Best window: 8 PM

54°F, 53% rain chance and 15 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 5 mi; gusts may reach 39 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 55°F, wind 18 mph, rain chance up to 88%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 0.

Local weather characteristics in Claymont

Delaware has a humid climate moderated near the Atlantic and Delaware Bay, with warm summers, cool winters and coastal storm impacts possible.

Claymont is part of the South weather region. The forecast point is near 39.80°N latitude and 75.46°W longitude. Local temperature, wind and precipitation can still differ from nearby places, especially where terrain, coastlines or urban development create small-scale weather changes.

Claymont weather today

Light rain and 55°F in Claymont, DE. Today's high is 63°F with a 86% rain chance. Winds are around 18 mph with gusts near 37 mph. Relative humidity is 82%, pressure is 29.88 inHg, and visibility is about 5 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Claymont

Sunrise is at 06:53 AM and sunset is at 06:52 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Light rain with a high near 57°F and a low near 55°F. The maximum rain chance is 93%.

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