Delaware Weather Forecast
Delaware weather: 69°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Delaware?
Possibly - there is a 38% chance in Delaware today.
A 38% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,6 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Thu and Fri.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for August (0,6 in against a typical 0,7 in).
16-day forecast for Delaware
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Aug 23 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 82° / 69° | 38% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 80° / 64° | 4% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 80° / 63° | 2% | 6 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 79° / 65° | 4% | 13 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 80° / 69° | 49% · 0,4 in | 14 mph | 4 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 82° / 69° | 49% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 86° / 71° | 11% | 5 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 82° / 71° | 25% · 1,7 in | 16 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 80° / 69° | 16% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 77° / 66° | 20% | 11 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌧️ Showers | 68° / 61° | 28% · 1,2 in | 16 mph | 4 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Light showers | 73° / 59° | 25% · 0,4 in | 22 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 77° / 62° | 26% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 78° / 63° | 26% · 0,2 in | 10 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm with hail | 78° / 65° | 16% · 1,1 in | 14 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | 🌧️ Showers | 77° / 65° | 27% · 0,5 in | 10 mph | 6 |
What this means for Delaware
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 82°F is in line with the 83°F typical for this month.
A 38% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 78°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Delaware?
Delaware is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 39.1582, -75.5244. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Delaware right now?
It is currently 69°F (21°C) with clear. Humidity is 77% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Delaware?
June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Delaware, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Delaware in?
Delaware observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 4:23 AM.
How many people live in Delaware?
Delaware has a population of approximately 1 million.
What is the nearest airport to Delaware?
The closest airports are Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), 52 mi away, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 84 mi away and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 105 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Delaware?
Popular options include National Mall, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Statue of Liberty, Hudson River, Empire State Building and Times Square.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 4:23 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
