Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Wilmington

Wilmington, North Carolina — Overcast expected today with a high of 78°F and a low of 55°F.

Today's Forecast — Tuesday, May 5

• Conditions: Overcast
• High / Low: 78°F / 55°F
• Wind: S 14 mph, gusts to 21 mph
• Precipitation: 1% chance
• UV Index: 7.75 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
• Sunrise / Sunset: 05:17 / 18:58
• Daylight: 13.7 hours (12.0 hours of sunshine expected)

What Matters Most Today

• Sun safety: UV index reaches 7.75; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
• Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).

Comfort & Conditions

• Humidity: 59%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

• Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 68°F, 66% humidity
• Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Mainly clear, 77°F, winds 13 mph, 50% humidity
• Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 67°F, 68% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

• Air Quality Index: 58 (peak 77) — Moderate
• Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
• PM2.5: 10.0 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Overcast with a high of 79°F and a low of 60°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.