A milder night in Sussex County will reduce the frost threat, but patchy fog and low clouds could develop before a mainly dry Friday.
Delmarva will enjoy plenty of sunshine Monday with highs in the upper 50s to near 60, but breezy west-northwest winds will keep it feeling cool. A reinforcing shot of cold air arrives Tuesday, bringing gusty winds, elevated fire concerns, and a growing risk of freezing temperatures by Wednesday morning, with patchy frost possible again Thursday.
Another round of patchy frost is possible Sunday morning, with a cool and somewhat cloudy end to the weekend.
High pressure is bringing another sunny and breezy day across Delmarva before a cold front ushers in cooler air. With temperatures dipping into the 30s overnight, patchy frost is possible Friday and Saturday mornings. The weekend looks bright and chilly for fall festivities like Sunfest in Ocean City and Sea Witch in Rehoboth Beach.
After overnight showers move out early Wednesday, Sussex County will see breezy winds and cooler air through early Thursday under clearing skies.
High pressure will continue to dominate Delmarva’s weather through the weekend and into next week, bringing dry conditions and seasonable temperatures. The Delmarva Peninsula remains in a severe drought, now marking 27 consecutive days without measurable rainfall. A cold front passing through on Friday night and Saturday will bring cooler air, but little chance of precipitation. Frost may develop in some areas overnight as temperatures dip into the 30s, while gusty winds and dry conditions increase fire weather concerns.
A high-pressure system will continue to dominate Delmarva's weather through the weekend and into next week, bringing clear skies, mild temperatures, and dry conditions. Tonight will be another chilly night with lows in the mid-30s to mid-40s, and patchy frost is possible in areas north and west. However, no frost advisories are needed as the growing season has ended in these areas. The severe drought in Sussex County remains a concern, with a high fire risk due to dry conditions. This weekend will feature sunny skies and pleasant temperatures, with highs reaching the low to mid-70s on Saturday and Sunday. Early next week, temperatures will rise even further, peaking near 80 on Monday, before a cold front brings cooler weather later in the week.
A coastal low offshore will keep Delmarva cool and breezy on Thursday, with clouds and isolated light showers possible along the coast. High pressure remains dominant, bringing clearer skies and potential frost inland overnight into early Friday morning.
Strong high pressure over the eastern U.S. will keep Delmarva mostly dry and cool through Thursday, with breezy conditions and limited rain chances, despite a coastal low offshore.
Strong high pressure moving in from the Midwest will dominate Delmarva’s weather through Wednesday, maintaining dry and cool conditions with clear skies and patchy frost overnight.
