Local weather forecast

Weather in Newark, DE

Updated 2026-09-26 08:45 local time · ZIP codes 19702, 19711, 19713, 19716 + more

Patchy rain nearby
Now60°F

Patchy rain nearby

High / Low61° / 53°
Rain chance84%
Wind17 mph
Weather alerts

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Gale Warning issued September 25 at 2:26PM 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 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

NowPatchy rain nearby60°14% rain
10 AMLight drizzle55°57% rain
11 AMLight rain54°78% rain
12 PMModerate rain54°90% rain
1 PMLight rain53°79% rain
2 PMLight drizzle54°71% rain
3 PMModerate rain54°86% rain
4 PMLight rain54°81% rain
5 PMLight rain55°80% rain
6 PMLight drizzle55°58% rain
7 PMLight drizzle54°66% rain
8 PMPatchy rain nearby55°38% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Overcast
61° 53°Overcast
Rain 84%Gust 18 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Patchy rain nearby
58° 55°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 92%Gust 19 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Patchy rain nearby
61° 56°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 90%Gust 12 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like49°F
Humidity56%
Pressure29.88 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind17 mph NNE
Wind gusts37 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index0
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:54 AM
Sunset06:54 PM
Moonrise06:43 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour9 AM · 59°F
Coolest hour1 PM · 53°F
Highest rain chance12 PM · 90%
Strongest gusts11 AM · 38 mph
Recent change

Today vs yesterday in Newark

Forecast high61°F -8°
Forecast low53°F +2°
Rain chance84% +84 pts
YesterdayOvercast
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 90% over the next 12 hours.

A jacket or sweater is a good idea

It feels like 49°F with winds near 17 mph.

Best window: 9 AM

59°F, 32% rain chance and 17 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 38 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 60°F, wind 17 mph, rain chance up to 90%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 0.

Local weather characteristics in Newark

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

Newark is part of the South weather region. The forecast point is near 39.68°N latitude and 75.75°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.

Newark weather today

Patchy rain nearby and 60°F in Newark, DE. Today's high is 61°F with a 84% rain chance. Winds are around 17 mph with gusts near 37 mph. Relative humidity is 56%, pressure is 29.88 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Newark

Sunrise is at 06:54 AM and sunset is at 06:54 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Patchy rain nearby with a high near 58°F and a low near 55°F. The maximum rain chance is 92%.

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