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Warmer Pattern Ahead for Wilmington After a 66°/46° Day
May 3, 2026
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Wilmington, North Carolina — Mainly clear expected today with a high of 66°F and a low of 46°F.
Today's Forecast — Sunday, May 3
- Conditions: Mainly clear
- High / Low: 66°F / 46°F
- Wind: NW 11 mph, gusts to 22 mph
- Precipitation: 0% chance
- UV Index: 7.9 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
- Sunrise / Sunset: 05:19 / 18:57
- Daylight: 13.6 hours (12.5 hours of sunshine expected)
What Matters Most Today
- Feels-like swing: up to 61°F.
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 7.9; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Feels Like: 43°F to 61°F (wind chill / heat index)
- Humidity: 52%
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 54°F, 69% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 64°F, winds 10 mph, 39% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 56°F, 52% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 53 (peak 65) — Moderate
- Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
- PM2.5: 14.1 µg/m³
Tomorrow's Outlook
Clear sky with a high of 74°F and a low of 50°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.