Easter Weekend Weather Forecast Calls for Sun and Storms

Chance of rain and thunderstorms on Good Friday and Saturday, but Easter Sunday expected to be mostly sunny.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 10:18am

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A vast, atmospheric landscape painting in muted tones of gray, blue, and green, with a small church or other structure barely visible in the distance, dwarfed by the dramatic, swirling clouds and heavy rain that dominate the scene.The powerful forces of nature loom large over a small town, as a severe storm system moves in to disrupt the Easter holiday weekend.Wilmington Today

The weather forecast for the Easter weekend in the Wilmington, Delaware area calls for a mix of rain, thunderstorms, and sunny conditions. Friday and Saturday will see a chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a slight risk of severe storms on Saturday. However, Easter Sunday is expected to be mostly sunny with a high near 56 degrees.

Why it matters

The Easter holiday is a major weekend for many families, so the weather forecast can significantly impact outdoor plans and activities. The potential for severe storms on Saturday is also a concern for public safety.

The details

On Good Friday, April 4, there is a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms, with new rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible. Saturday, April 5, has a 90% chance of rain showers and thunderstorms, with the potential for damaging straight-line winds as the primary threat. Easter Sunday, April 6, has a 30% chance of rain showers before 8 a.m., but the rest of the day is expected to be mostly sunny with a high near 56 degrees.

  • On Friday, April 4, there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11 a.m., then again between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., and then again between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
  • On Saturday, April 5, there is a chance of rain showers between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m., then showers and thunderstorms are likely.
  • On Easter Sunday, April 6, there is a chance of rain showers before 8 a.m.

The players

National Weather Service in Wilmington

The local office of the National Weather Service that provides weather forecasts and warnings for the Wilmington, Delaware area.

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What’s next

The National Weather Service will continue to monitor the weather conditions and provide updates as the Easter weekend approaches.

The takeaway

While the weather forecast calls for some rain and thunderstorms on Good Friday and Saturday, Easter Sunday is expected to be mostly sunny, providing a potential break in the precipitation for holiday celebrations and outdoor activities.