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Wet Day Ahead for Wilmington: Rain Chances Near 91%

May 2, 2026 weather, forecast
Wet Day Ahead for Wilmington: Rain Chances Near 91%

Wilmington, North Carolina — Moderate rain expected today with a high of 58°F and a low of 54°F.

Today's Forecast — Saturday, May 2

  • Conditions: Moderate rain
  • High / Low: 58°F / 54°F
  • Wind: N 12 mph, gusts to 24 mph
  • Precipitation: 91% chance, 0.56 inches expected over 11 hours
  • UV Index: 1.0 — Low
  • Sunrise / Sunset: 05:20 / 18:56
  • Daylight: 13.6 hours

What Matters Most Today

  • Rain focus: 91% chance, peaking around 11AM.
  • Expected rainfall: about 0.56 inches.

Comfort & Conditions

  • Humidity: 93%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

  • Morning (6AM–Noon): Overcast, 57°F, 91% chance of precipitation, 95% humidity
  • Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Light drizzle, 57°F, 84% chance of precipitation, winds 10 mph, 92% humidity
  • Evening (6PM–Midnight): Overcast, 55°F, 41% chance of precipitation, 93% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

  • Air Quality Index: 54 (peak 56) — Moderate
  • Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
  • PM2.5: 17.3 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Partly cloudy with a high of 66°F and a low of 48°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.