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Wilmington Weather: Slight rain, High of 73°F

April 26, 2026 weather, forecast
Wilmington Weather: Slight rain, High of 73°F

Wilmington, North Carolina — Slight rain expected today with a high of 73°F and a low of 54°F.

Today's Forecast — Sunday, April 26

  • Conditions: Slight rain
  • High / Low: 73°F / 54°F
  • Wind: NNE 13 mph, gusts to 26 mph
  • Precipitation: 61% chance, 0.07 inches expected over 1 hours
  • UV Index: 6.3 — High — sunscreen recommended
  • Sunrise / Sunset: 05:27 / 18:51
  • Daylight: 13.4 hours

What Matters Most Today

  • Rain focus: 61% chance, peaking around 9AM.
  • Expected rainfall: about 0.07 inches.
  • Sun safety: UV index reaches 6.3; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
  • Best outdoor window: Evening (lowest average rain risk).

Comfort & Conditions

  • Humidity: 83%
  • Dew Point: Up to 65°F — muggy conditions
  • Visibility: As low as 1.6 miles

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

  • Morning (6AM–Noon): Overcast, 69°F, 61% chance of precipitation, 84% humidity
  • Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Overcast, 66°F, 48% chance of precipitation, winds 11 mph, 81% humidity
  • Evening (6PM–Midnight): Overcast, 57°F, winds 12 mph, 84% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

  • Air Quality Index: 51 (peak 62) — Moderate
  • Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
  • PM2.5: 14.8 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Overcast with a high of 64°F and a low of 51°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.