North Carolina – Bright sunshine and warm coastal air are driving temperatures toward 89°F this afternoon, giving Wilmington a summer-like feel before conditions begin shifting later this weekend. The air feels light and dry for now, but subtle changes are already underway as moisture builds offshore.
According to the National Weather Service, dry and sunny conditions hold through Saturday with highs near 89°F, but clouds increase Sunday with a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 2 p.m. Winds could gust up to 24 mph, especially near the coast and along open stretches of I-40.
Across New Hanover County and surrounding coastal communities, today and Saturday offer ideal beach and outdoor weather. Expect mostly clear skies tonight with lows in the mid-60s. If you’re heading out early, no major travel issues are expected, and visibility remains high.
By Sunday afternoon, conditions begin to change. Increasing clouds and scattered storms could bring brief downpours and lightning. While rainfall totals stay light overall, isolated heavier pockets may create slick roads and reduced visibility, especially during late-day travel.
Sunday night keeps a lingering chance of showers before skies clear into early Monday. Cooler, drier air follows, dropping highs to the low 70s Monday with clear skies returning.
The pattern turns quieter into Tuesday with sunshine and highs near the low 70s, offering a break from humidity.
More updates may follow if storm coverage increases. Planning beach time this weekend, or watching the skies Sunday?
Five Day Forecast for Wilmington, North Carolina
Saturday: High 89°F, sunny
Sunday: High 83°F, 40% chance of storms after 2 p.m.
Monday: High 72°F, sunny
Tuesday: High 71°F, sunny
Wednesday: High 80°F, mostly sunny
