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Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Wilmington

April 2, 2026 weather, forecast
Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Wilmington

Wilmington, North Carolina — Mainly clear expected today with a high of 79°F and a low of 61°F.

Today's Forecast — Thursday, April 2

  • Conditions: Mainly clear
  • High / Low: 79°F / 61°F
  • Wind: SSE 14 mph, gusts to 18 mph
  • Precipitation: 0% chance
  • UV Index: 7.25 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
  • Sunrise / Sunset: 05:57 / 18:33
  • Daylight: 12.6 hours

What Matters Most Today

  • Sun safety: UV index reaches 7.25; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
  • Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).

Comfort & Conditions

  • Humidity: 65%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

  • Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 71°F, 68% humidity
  • Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 77°F, winds 11 mph, 56% humidity
  • Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 67°F, 80% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

  • Air Quality Index: 41 (peak 48) — Good
  • PM2.5: 7.2 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Partly cloudy with a high of 78°F and a low of 61°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.