North Carolina – Low clouds race inland from the coast this morning as winds gust past 20 mph in Wilmington, pushing scattered showers toward the Cape Fear region. Pavement along Market Street and US-17 is already damp in spots, and more rain develops as the morning unfolds.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, a 50% chance of showers increases late this morning, with highs reaching near 66 degrees. Southwest winds range from 8 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Brief downpours may reduce visibility along I-40 and College Road through early afternoon.
Rain coverage expands tonight, with showers and a possible thunderstorm. Precipitation chances rise to 80%, and rainfall totals could range between a tenth and a quarter inch. Plan for wet roads during the evening drive and allow extra stopping distance.
Showers remain likely Friday morning, with a 70% chance mainly before early afternoon. Highs reach 60 degrees as winds shift northeast. Conditions gradually improve Friday night.
By Saturday, only a slight chance of rain lingers early, with highs near 64 degrees. Sunday turns sunny and warmer, reaching 70 degrees. It will feel like early March spring warmth along the coast.
Early next week trends milder and mainly dry, with highs in the 60s and upper 50s through midweek. Longer-range signals favor above-normal temperatures building across the Southeast.
Five Day Outlook for Wilmington, North Carolina:
Today: Chance of showers, high 66.
Friday: Showers likely early, high 60.
Saturday: Slight chance of rain, high 64.
Sunday: Sunny, high 70.
Monday: Chance of rain, high 61.
