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Area Description

Welcome to the City of Milford, the heart of Kent and Sussex Counties, in the First State. The fastest growing city in Delaware, Milford thrives on entrepreneurial spirit and growth in all aspects of life including commerce, culture and community. Known throughout the state as River Town, Art Town, Home Town, we celebrate the beauty of our natural resources, the ingenuity of our people and our commitment to quality of life.

Providing for a quality way of life, we encourage you to explore our magnificent City parks, including the Tony Silicato Memorial Park that hosts the CanDo Playground, a facility for children of all needs, and BiCentennial Park which features the Mispillion Riverwalk, a series of pedestrian and bicycle paths that allow families to enjoy the views of the beautiful Mispillion River.

Whether you are seeking to open a business, raise a family or retire, the opportunity for prosperity and happiness is waiting in Milford.

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As a diverse, culturally-motivated community, our active Downtown emphasizes visual, performing and culinary arts. Featuring upmarket boutiques, art galleries and restaurants, Walnut Street in downtown Milford has been named one of the top 10 Great Streets in the US by the American Planning Association.

Enjoy our Milford Museum or a performance at the Second Street Players Community Theatre.

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What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Milford, Delaware?

For those of you that retire in Milford, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!

Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the mid 30's and highs in the mid 40's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 20's. Expect some rainy days in the winter.

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Milford such as a movie, a visit to a museum or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cool with averages in the low 50's and highs in the mid 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Spring, great for a day of shopping in Milford!

Summertime in Milford is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are warm with averages in the mid 70's and highs in the mid 80's. Nights are mild with lows in the mid 60's. Expect some days above 90°. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Summer.

If you retire in Milford, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the upper 50's and highs in the upper 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 40's. Expect some rainy days in the fall.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  25 F°  34 F°  43 F°
 Feb  27 F°  36 F°  46 F°
 Mar  34 F°  44 F°  54 F°
 Apr  43 F°  53 F°  64 F°
 May  52 F°  63 F°  73 F°
 Jun  62 F°  72 F°  82 F°
 Jul  67 F°  77 F°  86 F°
 Aug  65 F°  75 F°  85 F°
 Sep  58 F°  68 F°  78 F°
 Oct  46 F°  57 F°  68 F°
 Nov  38 F°  48 F°  58 F°
 Dec  29 F°  38 F°  47 F°

Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days

 Month  Days Greater Than 90 F°  Days Less Than 32 F°  Days Less Than 0 F°
 Jan  0  23  0
 Feb  0  21  0
 Mar  0  15  0
 Apr  0  3  0
 May  1  0  0
 Jun  4  0  0
 Jul  8  0  0
 Aug  6  0  0
 Sep  1  0  0
 Oct  0  1  0
 Nov  0  9  0
 Dec  0  20  0

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  3 "  10  25 %
 Feb  3 "  9  26 %
 Mar  4 "  11  32 %
 Apr  4 "  11  41 %
 May  4 "  11  52 %
 Jun  4 "  11  62 %
 Jul  4 "  11  66 %
 Aug  4 "  10  66 %
 Sep  4 "  10  60 %
 Oct  4 "  10  49 %
 Nov  4 "  9  39 %
 Dec  4 "  10  30 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  4 "  3  2
 Feb  5 "  4  2
 Mar  1 "  1  1
 Apr  0 "  0  0
 May  0 "  0  0
 Jun  0 "  0  0
 Jul  0 "  0  0
 Aug  0 "  0  0
 Sep  0 "  0  0
 Oct  0 "  0  0
 Nov  0 "  0  0
 Dec  2 "  2  1


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