The best times to visit Downtown for ideal weather are

April 23rd to July 8th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Downtown Travel Info

Weather in Downtown

Temperature

Average temperatures in Downtown vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 30th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Downtown, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 88.7°F (31.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 69.3°F (20.7°C) at night.

Downtown Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Downtown Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Downtown Perceived Temperature (F)

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Downtown Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Downtown Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 41.8 34 27.1
Feb 41.7 33.3 25.9
Mar 55 44.5 35.6
Apr 65 54.2 44.4
May 74.4 63.7 53.7
Jun 83.6 73.8 64.8
Jul 86.9 77.1 67.4
Aug 84.9 75.7 67.2
Sep 78.6 69 60.2
Oct 68.3 58 49.2
Nov 55.3 47 39.9
Dec 45 37.4 30.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 5.4 1.1 -2.7
Feb 5.4 0.7 -3.4
Mar 12.8 6.9 2
Apr 18.3 12.3 6.9
May 23.6 17.6 12.1
Jun 28.7 23.2 18.2
Jul 30.5 25.1 19.7
Aug 29.4 24.3 19.6
Sep 25.9 20.6 15.7
Oct 20.2 14.4 9.6
Nov 12.9 8.3 4.4
Dec 7.2 3 -0.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Downtown are January, February, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early October. For example, on the week of October 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late October with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of October 22nd.

When can you find snow in Downtown? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to early February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Downtown is often around around December 17th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Downtown.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Downtown (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 16% 1.4 2.8
Feb 18% 7.4 2.5
Mar 22% 2.6 4
Apr 29% 0 4.4
May 23% 0 3.1
Jun 20% 0 3.6
Jul 24% 0 4.5
Aug 23% 0 3.8
Sep 19% 0 3.5
Oct 23% 0 4.6
Nov 23% 0 2.5
Dec 32% 6.6 6.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 16 3.6 7.1
Feb 18 18.8 6.4
Mar 22 6.6 10.2
Apr 29 0 11.2
May 23 0 7.9
Jun 20 0 9.1
Jul 24 0 11.4
Aug 23 0 9.7
Sep 19 0 8.9
Oct 23 0 11.7
Nov 23 0 6.4
Dec 32 16.8 15.7

 

Humidity and Wind

Downtown has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is March (49% relative humidity), and the most humid month is October (62%).

Wind in Downtown is usually moderate. The windiest month is February, followed by March and April. February’s average wind speed of around 9.2 knots (10.6 MPH or 17 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid February where average top sustained speeds reach 18.1 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Downtown.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 8 Gentle breeze 14.9 Significant breeze
Feb 9.2 Gentle breeze 16.7 Significant breeze
Mar 8.6 Gentle breeze 16 Significant breeze
Apr 8.3 Gentle breeze 15.4 Significant breeze
May 7.2 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Jun 6.5 Light breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Jul 6.1 Light breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Aug 5.8 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Sep 6.6 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Oct 6.7 Light breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Nov 7.2 Gentle breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Dec 8 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 49.9%
Feb 49.9%
Mar 49%
Apr 51.2%
May 56.3%
Jun 59.2%
Jul 56.5%
Aug 61.2%
Sep 60.9%
Oct 62%
Nov 60.7%
Dec 59%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Downtown?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Downtown, DE, US is July, followed by August and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Downtown in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 31.4 in November means 31.4% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Downtown Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 82.3°F (27.9°C) and 46.3°F (7.9°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 9 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 6 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Downtown, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 82.9°F (28.3°C) and 50.6°F (10.3°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 7 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Downtown to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 39°F (3.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 5 to 10 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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