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Warmer Pattern Ahead for Wilmington After a 66°/46° Day

May 3, 2026 weather, forecast
Warmer Pattern Ahead for Wilmington After a 66°/46° Day

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.