Cool Start to Christmas Week in Wilmington, NC: Here’s What to Expect Through Friday

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Wilmington, NC – This weekend brings sunny days and frigid nights to the Wilmington area, with temperatures dipping into the 20s. Residents and holiday travelers should prepare for clear skies and fluctuating temperatures.

According to the National Weather Service, Saturday’s high is expected to reach the low 50s, with light northerly winds up to 15 mph. However, as night falls, temperatures will plummet to the mid-to-upper 20s, creating frost conditions across the region.

Sunday will continue the sunny trend, but with a high of just 44 degrees, it will feel noticeably cooler. Northerly winds at 7 to 10 mph may make outdoor activities brisk. Sunday night will bring even colder conditions, with lows around 24 degrees. Residents should take precautions to protect outdoor plants, pets, and pipes from freezing.

Looking ahead to Christmas week, Monday offers a slight warm-up with highs reaching 51 degrees under sunny skies. By midweek, temperatures will continue climbing, with Tuesday and Wednesday expected to bring highs in the upper 50s. Christmas Day promises partly sunny skies and a pleasant high of 57 degrees, ideal for holiday festivities or travel.

While the forecast remains clear through midweek, rain chances increase starting Wednesday night, with showers potentially disrupting post-holiday plans.

For those traveling along US-17 or other major routes, conditions will remain ideal for driving this weekend. However, icy spots could form overnight, particularly on bridges and overpasses. Drivers should remain vigilant and avoid sudden stops.

Stay updated on changing conditions through the National Weather Service or local media outlets.

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