Wilmington, NC – Sunny skies will greet the Wilmington area on New Year’s Day, but temperatures will dip near freezing tonight. Residents planning evening celebrations should prepare for cooler conditions as lows drop to 34°F.
According to the National Weather Service, today’s high will reach 59°F with light northwest winds between 9 to 13 mph, gusting up to 20 mph. As skies remain clear overnight, temperatures are expected to fall below freezing in inland areas.
The clear and sunny pattern continues Thursday, with highs near 52°F and northwest winds calming to 5–9 mph. Nighttime lows will again approach freezing, bottoming out around 32°F.
The weekend forecast suggests a colder trend. Friday’s high will hit 53°F under mostly sunny skies, but Friday night will bring a sharp drop to 29°F. Saturday will be brisk, with highs only reaching 44°F, while overnight temperatures plummet to 25°F. Sunday will remain sunny but cool, with highs near 49°F.
Drivers should watch for frost on vehicles and bridges during early mornings as temperatures stay low. Residents are urged to protect sensitive plants from freezing and dress in layers during outdoor activities.
Looking ahead to Monday, the region may see a chance of showers, with highs warming slightly to 56°F. Stay updated by monitoring local forecasts for changes.
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