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