Wilmington, North Carolina – Scattered thunderstorms could disrupt travel and outdoor plans across eastern North Carolina and northeastern South Carolina Tuesday afternoon as clouds build and humidity rises. While no widespread severe weather is expected, some isolated downpours or lightning could impact the commute and beach activities.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, inland temperatures will hold in the low to mid-80s, while coastal locations hover around the mid-80s — still a few degrees below typical early August norms. Overnight lows will dip near 70. Thunderstorm chances increase later in the day, primarily along the South Carolina border, including parts of Horry and Georgetown counties.
Drivers near the I-95 corridor and along US-17 should remain alert for slick roads during evening hours. Outdoor workers and beachgoers are advised to monitor skies and move indoors at the first sign of thunder. While rain coverage remains isolated today, broader rain chances are expected to increase by mid to late week.
More advisories could be issued as moisture builds across the region. Storm activity is expected to pick up again by Thursday.
