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Showers Possible Across Wilmington Today
April 30, 2026
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Wilmington, North Carolina — Moderate rain expected today with a high of 70°F and a low of 60°F.
Today's Forecast — Thursday, April 30
- Conditions: Moderate rain
- High / Low: 70°F / 60°F
- Wind: NW 11 mph, gusts to 17 mph
- Precipitation: 59% chance, 0.23 inches expected over 3 hours
- UV Index: 6.65 — High — sunscreen recommended
- Sunrise / Sunset: 05:22 / 18:54
- Daylight: 13.5 hours (4.0 hours of sunshine expected)
What Matters Most Today
- Expected rainfall: about 0.23 inches.
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 6.65; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Evening (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Humidity: 79%
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Overcast, 67°F, 59% chance of precipitation, 81% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Overcast, 68°F, 57% chance of precipitation, 78% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 64°F, 82% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 44 (peak 48) — Good
- PM2.5: 13.6 µg/m³
Tomorrow's Outlook
Moderate drizzle with a high of 66°F and a low of 53°F. 43% 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.