Local weather forecast

Weather in Milton, DE

Updated 2026-09-26 12:45 local time · ZIP codes 19968

Light drizzle
Now60°F

Light drizzle

High / Low65° / 57°
Rain chance89%
Wind21 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

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Wind Advisory issued September 26 at 4:08AM EDT until September 27 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...In Delaware, Inland Sussex County. In New Jersey, Western Monmouth, Atlantic, Cape May, Ocean, and Southeastern Burlington Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Safety instructions

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects.

High Wind Warning issued September 26 at 4:08AM EDT until September 27 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

* WHAT...North winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...In Delaware, Delaware Beaches County. In New Jersey, Eastern Monmouth, Atlantic Coastal Cape May, Coastal Atlantic, and Coastal Ocean Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

Safety instructions

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind.

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

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and extremely rough waters. * WHERE...Delaware Bay waters south of East Point NJ to Slaughter Beach DE. * WHEN...Until 6 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous seas will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Safety instructions

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions.

High Surf Advisory issued September 26 at 4:20AM EDT until September 27 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, two to three feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of up to 11 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Delaware Beaches. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 2 PM EDT Sunday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT Sunday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...At this level, flooding may become severe enough to cause structural damage along with widespread roadway flooding in coastal and bayside communities, and near inland tidal waterways. Some locations may become isolated by the flood waters. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant beach erosion is expected. Breaching of sand dunes is possible.

Safety instructions

A Coastal Flood Warning means that moderate or major tidal flooding is occurring or imminent. Be prepared for rising water levels and take appropriate action to protect life and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency management officials. 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. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. Always obey posted Beach Flags. If you enter the surf zone, always have a floatation device with you and swim near a lifeguard if possible. If caught in a rip current, relax and float and do not swim against the current. If able, swim parallel to the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

Rip Current Statement issued September 26 at 4:20AM EDT until September 27 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, two to three feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of up to 11 feet in the surf zone. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Delaware Beaches. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 2 PM EDT Sunday. For the High Surf Advisory, until 8 PM EDT Sunday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...At this level, flooding may become severe enough to cause structural damage along with widespread roadway flooding in coastal and bayside communities, and near inland tidal waterways. Some locations may become isolated by the flood waters. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant beach erosion is expected. Breaching of sand dunes is possible.

Safety instructions

A Coastal Flood Warning means that moderate or major tidal flooding is occurring or imminent. Be prepared for rising water levels and take appropriate action to protect life and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency management officials. 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. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. Always obey posted Beach Flags. If you enter the surf zone, always have a floatation device with you and swim near a lifeguard if possible. If caught in a rip current, relax and float and do not swim against the current. If able, swim parallel to the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

Hourly

Next hours

NowLight drizzle60°56% rain
2 PMLight drizzle57°62% rain
3 PMLight drizzle57°49% rain
4 PMPatchy rain nearby58°34% rain
5 PMPatchy rain nearby58°41% rain
6 PMLight rain shower57°46% rain
7 PMLight drizzle57°73% rain
8 PMLight rain shower57°52% rain
9 PMLight drizzle57°74% rain
10 PMLight rain shower57°50% rain
11 PMPatchy rain nearby57°38% rain
12 AMPatchy rain nearby57°41% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Light drizzle
65° 57°Light drizzle
Rain 89%Gust 25 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Patchy rain nearby
62° 56°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 73%Gust 15 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Patchy rain nearby
67° 58°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 36%Gust 11 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like49°F
Humidity76%
Pressure29.80 inHg
Visibility1 mi
Wind21 mph N
Wind gusts34 mph
Precipitation0.02 in
UV index1
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

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

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour12 PM · 60°F
Coolest hour2 AM · 56°F
Highest rain chance9 PM · 74%
Strongest gusts2 PM · 34 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 74% over the next 12 hours.

A jacket or sweater is a good idea

It feels like 49°F with winds near 21 mph.

Best window: 4 PM

58°F, 34% rain chance and 20 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 1 mi; gusts may reach 34 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 60°F, wind 21 mph, rain chance up to 74%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 1.

Local weather characteristics in Milton

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

Milton is part of the South weather region. The forecast point is near 38.78°N latitude and 75.28°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.

Milton weather today

Light drizzle and 60°F in Milton, DE. Today's high is 65°F with a 89% rain chance. Winds are around 21 mph with gusts near 34 mph. Relative humidity is 76%, pressure is 29.80 inHg, and visibility is about 1 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Milton

Sunrise is at 06:52 AM and sunset is at 06:52 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Patchy rain nearby with a high near 62°F and a low near 56°F. The maximum rain chance is 73%.

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