Wilmington, NC — The weekend before Christmas is shaping up to be calm and pleasant across the Wilmington area, with clear skies, light winds, and temperatures close to seasonal norms.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, dry high pressure is building across North and South Carolina today and tonight, bringing sunny conditions Saturday, December 20, followed by a clear and cool night.
Daytime high temperatures across Wilmington and coastal southeastern North Carolina are expected to range from 55 to 59 degrees, making for comfortable outdoor conditions. Winds will remain light, helping to keep temperatures feeling mild despite the late-December calendar.
Tonight, skies will remain clear, allowing temperatures to drop into the mid-30s to low 40s. Forecasters say these overnight lows are typical for this time of year and should not pose any significant weather concerns.
The quiet weather pattern is expected to be welcome news for residents and visitors with pre-Christmas travel plans, as no rain, fog, or hazardous conditions are anticipated through the remainder of the weekend. Roads and airports across the Wilmington area should remain largely unaffected by weather.
The National Weather Service notes that this stretch of tranquil weather follows recent periods of unsettled conditions across parts of the Southeast. High pressure will keep storm systems well north of the region, maintaining stable conditions into Sunday.
Sunday is expected to bring similar weather, with continued sunshine, light winds, and temperatures near normal for late December. While colder air remains bottled up farther north, no significant temperature swings are forecast locally before Christmas week begins.
Residents planning holiday shopping, travel, or outdoor activities are encouraged to take advantage of the favorable weather. As always, forecasters recommend monitoring updates as conditions can change heading into the busy holiday week.
