Delaware residents and travelers should prepare for a wet and stormy Tuesday, as heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected to move through Wilmington and surrounding areas. These conditions are likely to impact major routes like I-95, I-495, and U.S. Route 13, making them slick and potentially dangerous through Wednesday. After a humid and unsettled start to the week, Tuesday’s storms could disrupt commutes, slow traffic, and create hazardous travel conditions, particularly in New Castle County.
Stormy Afternoon Ahead
The National Weather Service has forecasted that showers and thunderstorms will develop by Tuesday afternoon, with patchy fog in the morning. As the day progresses, heavy downpours are expected, with the risk of localized flooding increasing after 2 p.m. Low-lying neighborhoods and major routes, including I-495 and U.S. Route 13, are especially prone to flooding. Rain chances will remain high into the evening, with storms possibly continuing until midnight, and lingering showers into Wednesday morning.
Travel Safety and Conditions
Travelers are advised to plan for slower travel and consider delaying non-essential trips during the heaviest rainfall. If you must be on the road, ensure your headlights are on, reduce speed, and stay alert for ponding water. The air will remain muggy with west winds, with highs expected near 87°F on Tuesday and lows around 74°F overnight.
Midweek Weather Outlook
Wednesday will bring a continued chance for showers and isolated thunderstorms, keeping roads damp and conditions unsettled. Temperatures will reach a high of 89°F. By Thursday, conditions are expected to improve, with partly sunny skies and a high of 92°F. The weekend will see a return of heat and humidity, but the chances for storms will decrease, bringing a more typical summer feel by Saturday and Sunday.
Warnings for wet weather and patchy fog will remain in effect through Wednesday, with updates expected if conditions change.
