Wilmington, NC – Several record high temperatures were broken across the Carolinas this afternoon as unseasonably warm weather pushed late-November readings into the 80s.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, Wilmington, North Myrtle Beach, and Florence each reached 81°F on Saturday, breaking previous records for November 22. The agency reported the previous highs were 81°F set in 2011 for Wilmington and Florence, and 81°F set in 1931 for North Myrtle Beach.
Meteorologists attributed the warm spell to a ridge of high pressure bringing in a surge of mild, dry air from the south. The unusual warmth follows a stretch of above-average temperatures for much of the Southeast this week.
Forecasters expect a brief cooldown early next week before temperatures climb again toward Thanksgiving. Cooler, more seasonable conditions are forecast to return by midweek, with highs dropping back into the upper 60s.
Residents are encouraged to stay hydrated and mindful of outdoor activities as fall warmth continues to linger.
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