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Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Wilmington

April 1, 2026 weather, forecast
Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Wilmington

Wilmington, North Carolina — Overcast expected today with a high of 79°F and a low of 59°F.

Today's Forecast — Wednesday, April 1

  • Conditions: Overcast
  • High / Low: 79°F / 59°F
  • Wind: SSW 12 mph, gusts to 20 mph
  • Precipitation: 2% chance
  • UV Index: 6.2 — High — sunscreen recommended
  • Sunrise / Sunset: 05:58 / 18:32
  • Daylight: 12.6 hours (8.7 hours of sunshine expected)

What Matters Most Today

  • Sun safety: UV index reaches 6.2; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
  • Best outdoor window: Evening (lowest average rain risk).

Comfort & Conditions

  • Humidity: 64%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

  • Morning (6AM–Noon): Overcast, 67°F, 76% humidity
  • Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 77°F, winds 11 mph, 48% humidity
  • Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 66°F, 79% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

  • Air Quality Index: 42 (peak 47) — Good
  • PM2.5: 7.8 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Overcast with a high of 78°F and a low of 59°F.

Forecast data provided by Open-Meteo. Air quality data from Open-Meteo Air Quality API. For severe weather alerts, visit your local National Weather Service office.