Wilmington (DE)
January
Weather in Wilmington, Delaware for January 2027
Your guide to Wilmington weather in January - trends and predictions
With an average of 5 snowy days, Wilmington usually enjoys a light touch of snow in January.
In general, the average temperature in Wilmington at the beginning of January is 1 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of -0.4 °F by the end of January.
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22
Dry days
4
Rainy days
5
Snow days
1°/-5°
Temperatures
20 km/h
Avg max wind
68 %
Avg humidity
Wilmington Weather January
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Temperatures trend during January in Wilmington
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January weather in Wilmington day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan. 1 |  Cloudy | 0° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 2 |  Overcast | 0° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 3 | Cloudy | 0° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 4 |  Sunny | 2° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 5 | Sunny | 1° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 6 |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 1° /-3° | 5.6 mm | 3.5 cm | |
| Jan. 7 |  Partly cloudy | 3° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 8 | Partly cloudy | 3° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 9 | Sunny | 3° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 10 | Overcast | 5° /-1° | 35.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 11 |  Light freezing rain | 4° /-2° | 3.3 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| Jan. 12 | Partly cloudy | 3° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 13 | Cloudy | 6° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 14 | Cloudy | 4° /-2° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 15 | Overcast | 3° /-6° | 4.8 mm | 1 cm | |
| Jan. 16 | Light freezing rain | 0° /-7° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 17 | Partly cloudy | 3° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 18 |  Patchy rain possible | 3° /-2° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 19 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 1° /-6° | 4.1 mm | 2.4 cm | |
| Jan. 20 | Overcast | -3° /-11° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 21 | Light freezing rain | -2° /-11° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 22 | Partly cloudy | -1° /-7° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 23 | Cloudy | 0° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 24 | Sunny | -4° /-10° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 25 | Sunny | -2° /-9° | 55.2 mm | 39.9 cm | |
| Jan. 26 | Overcast | 0° /-6° | 8.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 27 | Partly cloudy | 0° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 28 | Cloudy | -2° /-7° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 29 | Overcast | 1° /-7° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 30 | Cloudy | -1° /-9° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Jan. 31 |  Heavy rain | 1° /-8° | 12.2 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Wilmington in January 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 January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Wilmington during January?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 1° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Wilmington during January?
Significant rainfall exceeding 132.2 mm is expected in Wilmington during January, occurring over more than 4 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Wilmington in January 2027?
Wilmington experiences an average snowfall of 47.675 cm during January, occurring over 5 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Wilmington during January?
The average wind speed in Wilmington during January is 20 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Wilmington snow forecast January 2027
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On average, Wilmington sees 5 snowy days during January, with approximately 47.7 cm of total snowfall.
January rainfall patterns in Wilmington
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Typically, Wilmington has 4 rainy days in January with a total of 132.2 mm of rainfall.
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