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Coastal Flood Advisory: Wilmington Area
May 15, 2026
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Wilmington, North Carolina — Clear sky expected today with a high of 77°F and a low of 50°F.
⚠️ Active Weather Alerts
- 🔵 Coastal Flood Advisory: Coastal Flood Advisory issued May 15 at 2:47AM EDT until May 16 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
- If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Today's Forecast — Friday, May 15
- Conditions: Clear sky
- High / Low: 77°F / 50°F
- Wind: NW 9 mph, gusts to 28 mph
- Precipitation: 0% chance
- UV Index: 8.05 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
- Sunrise / Sunset: 05:09 / 19:06
- Daylight: 14.0 hours (12.8 hours of sunshine expected)
What Matters Most Today
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 8.05; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Humidity: 35%
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 61°F, 45% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 75°F, 20% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 64°F, 56% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 36 (peak 46) — Good
- PM2.5: 15.3 µg/m³
Tomorrow's Outlook
Overcast with a high of 81°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.