WILMINGTON, N.C. – Holiday travel in southeastern North Carolina could be complicated by scattered showers and gusty winds on Labor Day. Drivers along I-40 and U.S. 17 may encounter slick pavement and reduced visibility as rain moves through the region early Monday.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, a slight chance of showers lingers until mid-morning Monday, with gusts up to 20 mph. Skies will gradually clear, bringing sunshine and a high near 82 degrees by afternoon. Residents are urged to plan around possible delays during the morning commute and stay alert for sudden downpours on coastal highways.
Sunday night remains partly cloudy with lows near 63. Labor Day itself starts unsettled, but cooler air settles in behind the showers. By Monday night, skies clear again, dropping temperatures into the low 60s.
The weather turns favorable midweek. Tuesday and Wednesday will stay sunny and warm, with highs climbing back into the mid-80s. Breezy conditions should ease, offering ideal weather for outdoor activities after the holiday.
Despite the improving pattern, another round of showers is possible by Thursday morning. Local agencies advise residents to monitor updates for changing conditions, especially as hurricane season remains active along the Carolina coast.
Warnings remain minimal, but authorities stress caution on wet roads and recommend charging devices in case of brief outages from storm gusts.
Five-Day Forecast for Wilmington, NC
- Monday (Labor Day): Morning showers, then sunny. High 82. Low 62.
- Tuesday: Sunny. High 82. Low 65.
- Wednesday: Sunny and warm. High 84. Low 68.
- Thursday: Showers possible, then partly sunny. High 88. Low 70.
- Friday: Mostly sunny. High 82. Low 67.
