Wilmington (DE)
August
Weather in Wilmington, Delaware for August 2026
Your guide to Wilmington weather in August - trends and predictions
So far, August 2026 in Wilmington is slightly warmer than the historical average by 0.7 °F.
Expect cooler weather in the next days in Wilmington with the forecast suggesting a temperature of 26.4 °F, lower than the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Wilmington at the beginning of August is 28.9 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 28 °F by the end of August.
Wilmington experiences moderate rainfall in August, with an average of 8 rainy days and a total precipitation of 466.3 mm.
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23
Dry days
8
Rainy days
0
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27°/18°
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14 km/h
Avg max wind
71 %
Avg humidity
Wilmington Weather August
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Temperatures trend during August in Wilmington
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August weather in Wilmington day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| Aug. 1 |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 27° /17° | 181.9 mm | 7 | |
| Aug. 2 |  Overcast | 28° /19° | 3.9 mm | 10 | |
| Aug. 3 |  Fog | 30° /19° | 17.1 mm | 9 | |
| Aug. 4 | Fog | 31° /17° | 0 mm | 12 | |
| Aug. 5 | Overcast | 29° /20° | 8 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 6 | Overcast | 29° /21° | 1.5 mm | 7 | |
| Aug. 7 | Overcast | 28° /21° | 0.9 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 8 |  Partly cloudy | 29° /19° | 3.2 mm | 11 | |
| Aug. 9 | Partly cloudy | 32° /18° | 0 mm | 11 | |
| Aug. 10 | Mist | 31° /18° | 2.8 mm | 11 | |
| Aug. 11 | Mist | 30° /18° | 0.6 mm | 11 | |
| Aug. 12 | Mist | 32° /21° | 2.7 mm | 11 | |
| Aug. 13 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /21° | 11.5 mm | 7 | |
| Aug. 14 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /22° | 2.3 mm | 7 | |
| Aug. 15 |  Light rain shower | 30° /20° | 2.6 mm | 9 | |
| Aug. 16 | Mist | 26° /20° | 3 mm | 5 | |
| Aug. 17 |  Thundery outbreaks possible | 33° /20° | 50.4 mm | 5 | |
| Aug. 18 | Overcast | 26° /19° | 3 mm | 3 | |
| Aug. 19 | Overcast | 28° /18° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 20 |  Light rain | 26° /19° | 37.4 mm | 5 | |
| Aug. 21 | Overcast | 24° /16° | 1.1 mm | 6 | |
| Aug. 22 |  Sunny | 26° /17° | 7.8 mm | 5 | |
| Aug. 23 | Sunny | 28° /16° | 4.7 mm | 7 | |
| Aug. 24 | Mist | 27° /16° | 0.2 mm | 9 | |
| Aug. 25 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 28° /17° | 7.2 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 26 | Overcast | 28° /16° | 0 mm | 7.7 | |
| Aug. 27 | Overcast | 27° /21° | 10.8 mm | 6.6 | |
| Aug. 28 | Light rain shower | 28° /21° | 13 mm | 6 | |
| Aug. 29 | Overcast | 25° /16° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| Aug. 30 | Sunny | 28° /18° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| Aug. 31 | Overcast | 32° /21° | 0 mm | 7 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Wilmington in August is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Wilmington forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Wilmington in August - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Wilmington during August?
During August, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 27° and lows near 18°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Wilmington during August?
Significant rainfall exceeding 466.3 mm is expected in Wilmington during August, occurring over more than 8 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Wilmington during August?
The average wind speed in Wilmington during August is 14 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
August rainfall patterns in Wilmington
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Typically, Wilmington has 8 rainy days in August with a total of 466.3 mm of rainfall.
UV exposure in Wilmington during August
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