Wilmington, NC – Spring brings both risk and relief to Wilmington this week, as a Coastal Flood Advisory threatens low-lying roads near the Cape Fear River before the area dries out and sunny weather dominates the days ahead.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, a Coastal Flood Advisory remains in effect for downtown Wilmington, including USS North Carolina Road and Battleship Road, until midnight Sunday. Water is expected to rise up to half a foot above ground level in flood-prone neighborhoods and along tidal waterways, with minor flooding possible on Market Street just south of downtown. Motorists are urged to avoid flooded roads, especially around high tide, and not to drive around barricades or through standing water.
Monday will bring a dramatic change, with bright sunshine, highs near 76°F, and a calm east wind. The mild and dry pattern continues into Monday night, with lows around 54°F—no flood risk expected. Tuesday and Wednesday promise classic North Carolina spring weather, with highs near 78–84°F and overnight lows in the 60s. Skies stay mostly clear, setting up ideal conditions for outdoor activities or travel across New Hanover County.
As the week moves on, Thursday night will be partly cloudy, and Friday could see a return of showers and thunderstorms, though precipitation chances remain at 30–40%. Be prepared for possible rapid changes late in the week. Residents should keep phones charged and check local updates, especially if flood advisories are issued again.
Warnings remain in effect through Sunday night. Stay tuned for updated alerts, and review the full five-day forecast below for Wilmington, NC:
Five-Day Extended Forecast:
- Monday: Sunny, high 76°F.
- Monday Night: Clear, low 54°F.
- Tuesday: Sunny, high 78°F.
- Tuesday Night: Mostly clear, low 60°F.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 84°F.
- Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy, low 65°F.
- Thursday: Partly sunny, high 84°F.
- Thursday Night: Partly cloudy, low 67°F.
- Friday: Chance of showers and storms, high near 84°F.
