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Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Wilmington
May 14, 2026
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Wilmington, North Carolina — Partly cloudy expected today with a high of 80°F and a low of 60°F.
Today's Forecast — Thursday, May 14
- Conditions: Partly cloudy
- High / Low: 80°F / 60°F
- Wind: WNW 14 mph, gusts to 21 mph
- Precipitation: 3% chance
- UV Index: 8.0 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
- Sunrise / Sunset: 05:10 / 19:05
- Daylight: 13.9 hours (12.7 hours of sunshine expected)
What Matters Most Today
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 8.0; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Midday (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Humidity: 47%
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 69°F, 73% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 79°F, winds 13 mph, 31% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 67°F, 31% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 43 (peak 50) — Good
- PM2.5: 10.4 µg/m³
Tomorrow's Outlook
Clear sky with a high of 78°F and a low of 51°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.