Wilmington (DE) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Wilmington can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be very warm during the warmest months,
and cold during the cooler months.
It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Wilmington can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 5°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -4°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Wilmington is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1252 mm. Wilmington experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 145 mm in June, the wettest month, and 75 mm in November, the driest month.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Wilmington can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Wilmington.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 72%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 61%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Wilmington in the United States of America
During the months of May and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
July has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 5°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 145 mm of rainfall.
November is the driest month with 75 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 275 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
