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Big Temperature Swing in Wilmington: 76° High, 47° Low

April 28, 2026 weather, forecast
Big Temperature Swing in Wilmington: 76° High, 47° Low

Wilmington, North Carolina — Overcast expected today with a high of 76°F and a low of 47°F.

Today's Forecast — Tuesday, April 28

  • Conditions: Overcast
  • High / Low: 76°F / 47°F
  • Wind: SSW 13 mph, gusts to 18 mph
  • Precipitation: 3% chance
  • UV Index: 5.2 — High — sunscreen recommended
  • Sunrise / Sunset: 05:24 / 18:53
  • Daylight: 13.5 hours (7.1 hours of sunshine expected)

What Matters Most Today

  • Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).

Comfort & Conditions

  • Humidity: 62%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

  • Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 59°F, 73% humidity
  • Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Overcast, 74°F, winds 10 mph, 49% humidity
  • Evening (6PM–Midnight): Overcast, 66°F, 77% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

  • Air Quality Index: 45 (peak 66) — Moderate
  • Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
  • PM2.5: 7.0 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Moderate rain with a high of 75°F and a low of 60°F. 56% 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.