Wilmington, NC – Showers and thunderstorms are expected to impact parts of North and South Carolina this afternoon, with heavy downpours and lightning likely along the I-95 corridor and coastal areas by 2 p.m. Thursday.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, storms will first develop along the sea breeze early this afternoon, affecting cities like Wilmington, Myrtle Beach, and North Myrtle Beach. A second, stronger round of thunderstorms is forecast to form near I-95—impacting areas from Lumberton to Florence—later in the day and gradually pushing eastward through the evening.
Rain chances are as high as 82% in Bennettsville, 80% in Whiteville, and 74% in Elizabethtown. Wilmington could reach a high of 91°F today with storm activity peaking in the late afternoon. Florence and Lumberton are also expected to see highs near 90°F, with rain rates climbing into the 70% range.
Residents should stay weather-aware, especially in areas with poor drainage or where roads flood easily. Avoid driving through high water and secure outdoor items before storms arrive.
Thunderstorm chances remain elevated into the evening hours, with possible additional alerts issued later today.
