Wilmington, North Carolina – North Carolina residents should prepare for a hot and stormy Tuesday, July 29th, as temperatures soar into the low 90s and heat indices top 104° across the southeast part of the state. Travel along U.S. Route 17 in Wilmington may slow Tuesday afternoon as thunderstorms develop by 3 p.m., bringing localized downpours and lightning.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, a Heat Advisory remains possible through Thursday for inland and coastal zones including New Hanover, Brunswick, and Pender counties. Heat index values may reach 105° during peak afternoon hours Tuesday through Thursday, especially inland.
Scattered thunderstorms will begin after 8 a.m. Tuesday, with activity increasing by mid-afternoon. Rainfall may total up to a quarter-inch, with stronger storms capable of brief gusty winds and localized flooding. Temperatures will remain above 90° through Thursday, offering little overnight relief.
Stay indoors during peak heat (2–6 p.m.), drink plenty of fluids, and limit outdoor work. Parents are advised to monitor children closely during outdoor play, while pet owners should avoid asphalt surfaces during the day.
🌤️ Five-Day Forecast for Wilmington, NC (July 29–August 3):
- Tuesday, July 29: High 93°F | Heat index up to 104° | Thunderstorms after 8 a.m. | Rain chance: 50%
- Wednesday, July 30: High 94°F | Slight storm chance in afternoon | Rain chance: 30%
- Thursday, July 31: High 94°F | Mostly sunny, storm chance late | Rain chance: 40%
- Friday, August 1: High 92°F | Afternoon storms likely | Rain chance: 60%
- Saturday, August 2: High 84°F | Cooler with rain and thunderstorms | Rain chance: 60%
- Sunday, August 3: High 85°F | Rain chances continue | Rain chance: 50%
More updates are expected Tuesday morning as conditions evolve.
