Wilmington, NC – North Carolina is under a fire weather warning Thursday, with elevated fire danger in the Wilmington area through 8 p.m., particularly along dry stretches near U.S. Route 17. Residents across southeastern North Carolina are urged to avoid outdoor burning and remain vigilant in dry, breezy conditions.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, the Fire Danger Statement covers counties including Brunswick, New Hanover, Pender, Columbus, and Bladen. Light winds and low humidity Thursday afternoon heighten the risk of fast-spreading brush fires. The warning remains active until 8 p.m. Thursday.
After Thursday, the region enters a calm and warmer pattern through Saturday, with sunny skies and highs climbing into the mid-70s. Friday brings a high of 75°F with winds reaching 20 mph. Saturday will be mostly sunny with a high near 77°F.
Rain returns Sunday afternoon with a 30% chance of showers after 2 p.m. Precipitation chances increase Sunday night to 40%, climbing to 60% Monday as a cold front brings thunderstorms. The most severe impacts are forecast for Monday afternoon into the night, with showers continuing into Tuesday morning.
Looking Ahead:
- Friday: Mostly sunny, high of 75°F.
- Saturday: Sunny early, becoming partly cloudy, high near 77°F.
- Sunday: Chance of showers late, high of 77°F.
- Monday: Showers and storms likely, high near 79°F.
- Tuesday: Rain continues early, clearing late, high near 72°F.
