Wilmington, NC – A high fire danger alert remains in effect across southeast North Carolina Friday, with dry conditions and increasing wind speeds creating hazardous conditions. Residents in Wilmington and nearby areas, especially along U.S. Route 74, are urged to avoid outdoor burning until at least 8 p.m. Friday, as flames could spread quickly.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, NC, southeast winds will pick up Friday, gusting to 18 mph in the afternoon. The dry air and low humidity levels have pushed the region into a critical fire danger zone. Counties affected include Robeson, Bladen, Columbus, Pender, New Hanover, and Brunswick.
Saturday brings relief with calm, sunny skies and highs near 76°F in Wilmington. Winds will remain light, making for a pleasant start to the weekend. Saturday night will see increasing clouds but no precipitation.
Sunday will also be partly sunny, but a shift arrives Sunday night as moisture returns. A 40% chance of showers moves in after 8 p.m., increasing to 50% by Monday. Rain becomes likely Monday night, with a 70% chance of precipitation.
5-Day Forecast for Wilmington, NC:
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 76°F
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high near 77°F; rain chances late
- Monday: Showers likely, high near 78°F
- Tuesday: Rain early, high around 73°F
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 73°F
