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Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Wilmington

May 4, 2026 weather, forecast
Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Wilmington

Wilmington, North Carolina — Partly cloudy expected today with a high of 78°F and a low of 50°F.

Today's Forecast — Monday, May 4

  • Conditions: Partly cloudy
  • High / Low: 78°F / 50°F
  • Wind: S 14 mph, gusts to 23 mph
  • Precipitation: 1% chance
  • UV Index: 7.85 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
  • Sunrise / Sunset: 05:18 / 18:58
  • Daylight: 13.7 hours (12.5 hours of sunshine expected)

What Matters Most Today

  • Sun safety: UV index reaches 7.85; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
  • Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).

Comfort & Conditions

  • Humidity: 49%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

  • Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 63°F, 62% humidity
  • Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 75°F, 35% humidity
  • Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 63°F, 63% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

  • Air Quality Index: 56 (peak 90) — Moderate
  • Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
  • PM2.5: 7.7 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Overcast with a high of 76°F and a low of 56°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.