Wilmington, North Carolina – Severe thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and evening across southeast North Carolina and northeast South Carolina, bringing a primary threat of damaging winds. Residents should secure outdoor items and prepare for potential power outages.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, NC, a Hazardous Weather Outlook remains in effect. Damaging winds are the main concern, with isolated severe thunderstorms possible through Tuesday. A spotter activation may be needed as these storms develop.
For Wilmington, Tuesday will see a chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2 p.m., with a high near 87 degrees. Winds could gust up to 20 mph. The chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch are possible, though higher amounts could fall in thunderstorms.
Wednesday continues the stormy pattern, with showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly before 2 p.m. The high will be near 87, and winds could reach 20 mph. The chance of precipitation remains high at 60%.
Thursday brings a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms, primarily after 2 p.m., with a high around 87. Friday also has a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms. The weekend, June 14th and 15th, shows a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms on Saturday and Sunday, with highs in the mid-80s. Warnings remain in effect through tonight for the most immediate severe weather threat. Residents should monitor local weather updates closely.
