WILMINGTON, Del. — A sparkling layer of frost and brisk air kicked off Saturday across the First State, with Wilmington under a Frost Advisory until 9 a.m. It’s one of the chilliest mornings so far this season — the kind that glints on rooftops and nips at exposed skin — but a gradual warmup is on tap through the weekend, ushering in several days of dry, bright weather into Monday.
Forecasters at the National Weather Service office in Mount Holly expect mostly clear skies today as temperatures rebound to around 60°F by afternoon. A gentle northwest breeze keeps it feeling crisp yet comfortable for fall errands or late-season yardwork. The coldest spots lie west of the city and along the Christina River Valley, where early frost may linger around sunrise before melting away.
Sunday brings ample sunshine and highs near 61°F — prime conditions for outdoor cleanup or early Halloween decorating. Slightly cooler air slips in Monday, with highs holding in the upper 50s under abundant sun. The pattern remains tranquil and dry to start the workweek, a pleasant break ahead of a more unsettled midweek as the next front approaches the Mid-Atlantic.
Clouds look to increase later Tuesday, with a small chance of showers returning Wednesday or Thursday. After this morning, no additional frost or freeze is anticipated, though nights will stay on the chilly side with lows near 40°F through the early part of Halloween week.
In short, Wilmington can expect a calm, crisp weekend and a sun-washed start to the week — a final, friendly slice of fall before November brings a deeper chill.
Five-Day Outlook for Wilmington, DE:
– Sat: 60/41 – Sunshine with some increasing clouds; early frost; light breeze.
– Sun: 61/41 – Mostly sunny, cool, and dry.
– Mon: 57/40 – Bright and a bit breezy; classic autumn feel.
– Tue: 57/41 – Mostly sunny; clouds gathering late.
– Wed: 58/43 – Partly cloudy with a slight chance of late-day showers.
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