Local weather forecast

Weather in Townsend, DE

Updated 2026-09-26 08:45 local time · ZIP codes 19734

Patchy rain nearby
Now60°F

Patchy rain nearby

High / Low62° / 54°
Rain chance84%
Wind18 mph
Weather alerts

Active 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°17% rain
10 AMLight rain55°67% rain
11 AMModerate rain54°84% rain
12 PMLight rain54°80% rain
1 PMLight rain54°80% rain
2 PMLight rain54°81% rain
3 PMLight rain55°80% rain
4 PMLight rain55°79% rain
5 PMLight rain55°77% rain
6 PMLight rain56°72% rain
7 PMPatchy rain nearby56°40% rain
8 PMPatchy rain nearby55°42% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Light rain
62° 54°Light rain
Rain 84%Gust 20 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Patchy rain nearby
59° 56°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 92%Gust 22 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Patchy rain nearby
62° 57°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 81%Gust 12 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like48°F
Humidity59%
Pressure29.86 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind18 mph NNE
Wind gusts37 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index0
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:54 AM
Sunset06:53 PM
Moonrise06:43 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour9 AM · 59°F
Coolest hour12 PM · 54°F
Highest rain chance11 AM · 84%
Strongest gusts11 AM · 39 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 84% over the next 12 hours.

A jacket or sweater is a good idea

It feels like 48°F with winds near 18 mph.

Best window: 9 AM

59°F, 44% rain chance and 19 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 39 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 60°F, wind 18 mph, rain chance up to 84%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 0.

Local weather characteristics in Townsend

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

Townsend is part of the South weather region. The forecast point is near 39.40°N latitude and 75.68°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.

Townsend weather today

Patchy rain nearby and 60°F in Townsend, DE. Today's high is 62°F with a 84% rain chance. Winds are around 18 mph with gusts near 37 mph. Relative humidity is 59%, pressure is 29.86 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Townsend

Sunrise is at 06:54 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 56°F. The maximum rain chance is 92%.

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