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Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Wilmington

April 4, 2026 weather, forecast
Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Wilmington

Wilmington, North Carolina — Partly cloudy expected today with a high of 79°F and a low of 60°F.

Today's Forecast — Saturday, April 4

  • Conditions: Partly cloudy
  • High / Low: 79°F / 60°F
  • Wind: S 13 mph, gusts to 20 mph
  • Precipitation: 1% chance
  • UV Index: 7.25 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
  • Sunrise / Sunset: 05:54 / 18:34
  • Daylight: 12.7 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: 66%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

  • Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 70°F, 76% humidity
  • Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 78°F, winds 12 mph, 55% humidity
  • Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 68°F, 76% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

  • Air Quality Index: 36 (peak 39) — Good
  • PM2.5: 12.1 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Moderate drizzle with a high of 79°F and a low of 64°F. 84% chance of precipitation.

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.