Local weather forecast

Weather in Delaware City, DE

Updated 2026-09-26 10:00 local time · ZIP codes 19706

Moderate rain
Now54°F

Moderate rain

High / Low63° / 56°
Rain chance86%
Wind20 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

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Gale Warning issued September 25 at 6:58PM EDT until September 27 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and very rough waters. * WHERE...Delaware Bay waters north of East Point NJ to Slaughter Beach DE. * WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Safety instructions

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions.

Gale Warning issued September 26 at 2:57AM EDT until September 27 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and very rough waters. * WHERE...Delaware Bay waters north of East Point NJ to Slaughter Beach DE. * WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Safety instructions

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions.

Hourly

Next hours

NowModerate rain54°86% rain
11 AMLight drizzle59°49% rain
12 PMPatchy rain nearby60°24% rain
1 PMLight rain59°68% rain
2 PMLight drizzle58°59% rain
3 PMLight drizzle57°69% rain
4 PMModerate rain57°85% rain
5 PMLight rain57°76% rain
6 PMLight rain57°79% rain
7 PMLight rain57°69% rain
8 PMLight rain56°79% rain
9 PMPatchy rain nearby57°38% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Light drizzle
63° 56°Light drizzle
Rain 86%Gust 21 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Patchy rain nearby
59° 57°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 85%Gust 15 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Patchy rain nearby
66° 59°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 43%Gust 11 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like46°F
Humidity93%
Pressure29.86 inHg
Visibility4 mi
Wind20 mph N
Wind gusts39 mph
Precipitation0.13 in
UV index0
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

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

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour12 PM · 60°F
Coolest hour10 AM · 54°F
Highest rain chance10 AM · 86%
Strongest gusts10 AM · 39 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 86% over the next 12 hours.

A jacket or sweater is a good idea

It feels like 46°F with winds near 20 mph.

Best window: 12 PM

60°F, 24% rain chance and 17 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 4 mi; gusts may reach 39 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 54°F, wind 20 mph, rain chance up to 86%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 0.

Local weather characteristics in Delaware City

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

Delaware City is part of the South weather region. The forecast point is near 39.58°N latitude and 75.59°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.

Delaware City weather today

Moderate rain and 54°F in Delaware City, DE. Today's high is 63°F with a 86% rain chance. Winds are around 20 mph with gusts near 39 mph. Relative humidity is 93%, pressure is 29.86 inHg, and visibility is about 4 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Delaware City

Sunrise is at 06:53 AM and sunset is at 06:53 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Patchy rain nearby with a high near 59°F and a low near 57°F. The maximum rain chance is 85%.

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