Wednesday Afternoon · October 21, 2026
Wilmington winter weather can shift fast, and families often want an early read before the district sends an official alert. Below is a live, ZIP-independent snow day estimate for Wilmington, updated automatically from current snowfall, temperature, and road-risk conditions.
Last updated: 3 hours ago
Low Chance
No snow is expected in Wilmington today, with a 0% chance of snowfall and temperatures reaching a low of 44°F. Winds will be around 10 mph, and road conditions should remain clear with low risk for buses and drivers.
Why This Wilmington Estimate Holds Up
Most snow day tools quote one seasonal snowfall average and stop there. The read above pulls from a live forecast for Wilmington, DE, so the number reflects what's actually expected tonight and tomorrow morning — not a rough historical guess.
For the week ahead, the 5-day outlook for Wilmington, DE above shows how the odds are trending, and nearby districts are linked below if you're comparing conditions across the region — useful when a storm is tracking unevenly, like during lake-effect bands or a fast-moving clipper.
The percentage above is based on the current forecast for Wilmington, DE — snowfall, temperature, and wind — refreshed every few hours. It's a planning tool, not an official closure announcement; your district's own alert always takes priority.
Most districts confirm closures in the early morning, once overnight conditions are clear. Checking back closer to the morning commute usually gives the most reliable read.
Not always. Conditions can shift overnight, and local factors — like rural bus routes or icy side streets — sometimes trigger a closure even when the broader forecast looks mild.