Clouds but High UV Risk Today in Wilmington

Wilmington, North Carolina — Overcast expected today with a high of 84°F and a low of 70°F.

Today's Forecast — Friday, May 29

• Conditions: Overcast
• High / Low: 84°F / 70°F
• Wind: ESE 10 mph, gusts to 24 mph
• Precipitation: 2% chance
• UV Index: 8.35 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
• Sunrise / Sunset: 05:01 / 19:16
• Daylight: 14.2 hours (12.0 hours of sunshine expected)

What Matters Most Today

• Sun safety: UV index reaches 8.35; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
• Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).

Comfort & Conditions

• Humidity: 45%

Hour-by-Hour Breakdown

• Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 77°F, 48% humidity
• Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Overcast, 83°F, winds 10 mph, 35% humidity
• Evening (6PM–Midnight): Overcast, 74°F, 67% humidity

Air Quality & Allergens

• Air Quality Index: 42 (peak 53) — Moderate
• Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
• PM2.5: 8.3 µg/m³

Tomorrow's Outlook

Overcast with a high of 86°F and a low of 68°F. 76% chance of precipitation.

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.