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Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Wilmington
April 8, 2026
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Wilmington, North Carolina — Overcast expected today with a high of 61°F and a low of 46°F.
Today's Forecast — Wednesday, April 8
- Conditions: Overcast
- High / Low: 61°F / 46°F
- Wind: NE 16 mph, gusts to 34 mph
- Precipitation: 0% chance
- UV Index: 6.55 — High — sunscreen recommended
- Sunrise / Sunset: 05:49 / 18:37
- Daylight: 12.8 hours
What Matters Most Today
- Wind impact: gusts up to 34 mph.
- Feels-like swing: up to 54°F.
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 6.55; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Feels Like: 38°F to 54°F (wind chill / heat index)
- Humidity: 47%
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 53°F, winds 14 mph, 53% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Overcast, 60°F, winds 16 mph, 38% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Overcast, 50°F, winds 11 mph, 60% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 46 (peak 50) — Good
- PM2.5: 13.5 µg/m³
Tomorrow's Outlook
Overcast with a high of 65°F and a low of 45°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.