Local weather forecast

Weather in New Castle, DE

Updated 2026-09-26 10:00 local time · ZIP codes 19720

Light rain
Now54°F

Light rain

High / Low63° / 56°
Rain chance86%
Wind18 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

NowLight rain54°79% rain
11 AMLight drizzle59°50% rain
12 PMPatchy rain nearby59°27% rain
1 PMLight drizzle58°43% rain
2 PMLight drizzle57°68% rain
3 PMModerate rain56°84% rain
4 PMModerate rain56°86% rain
5 PMModerate rain56°85% rain
6 PMLight rain56°69% rain
7 PMLight rain56°78% rain
8 PMLight rain56°80% rain
9 PMPatchy rain nearby56°31% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Light drizzle
63° 56°Light drizzle
Rain 86%Gust 19 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Light drizzle
58° 56°Light drizzle
Rain 89%Gust 14 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Patchy rain nearby
65° 58°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 53%Gust 10 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like46°F
Humidity91%
Pressure29.88 inHg
Visibility5 mi
Wind18 mph N
Wind gusts38 mph
Precipitation0.07 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 hour11 AM · 59°F
Coolest hour10 AM · 54°F
Highest rain chance4 PM · 86%
Strongest gusts10 AM · 38 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 18 mph.

Best window: 12 PM

59°F, 27% rain chance and 16 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 5 mi; gusts may reach 38 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 54°F, wind 18 mph, rain chance up to 86%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 0.

Local weather characteristics in New Castle

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

New Castle is part of the South weather region. The forecast point is near 39.66°N latitude and 75.57°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.

New Castle weather today

Light rain and 54°F in New Castle, DE. Today's high is 63°F with a 86% rain chance. Winds are around 18 mph with gusts near 38 mph. Relative humidity is 91%, pressure is 29.88 inHg, and visibility is about 5 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in New Castle

Sunrise is at 06:53 AM and sunset is at 06:53 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Light drizzle with a high near 58°F and a low near 56°F. The maximum rain chance is 89%.

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