Wilmington, NC – Clear skies and rising spring temperatures are expected to dominate southeastern North Carolina beginning Wednesday, offering a much-needed stretch of calm, sunny weather for Wilmington and surrounding areas.
According to the National Weather Service, Wednesday kicks off a streak of mild and mostly sunny days, with high temperatures steadily climbing from 70°F midweek to 81°F by Saturday. Winds will shift west on Wednesday at 6 to 13 mph, with occasional gusts up to 21 mph, before tapering off by evening.
By Thursday, Wilmington will enjoy sunny skies and cooler highs around 72°F, accompanied by light north winds at 6 mph. Friday brings warmer conditions, with highs reaching 77°F under clear skies—perfect timing for weekend plans across New Hanover County. Residents planning travel along U.S. Route 17 and NC-132 should expect dry conditions and good visibility through Sunday.
The spring warm-up continues into the weekend. Saturday will be mostly sunny with highs near 81°F. Sunday pushes temperatures even higher, reaching 83°F. With no precipitation expected, this extended stretch of pleasant spring weather provides an ideal window for outdoor activities, yard work, or travel ahead of next week’s potential changes.
5-Day Extended Forecast for Wilmington, NC:
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 70°F. Winds W 6–13 mph, gusts up to 21 mph.
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 72°F. North wind around 6 mph.
- Friday: Sunny, high near 77°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 81°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 83°F.
