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Cooler Pattern Ahead for Wilmington After a 92°/71° Day
June 8, 2026
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Wilmington, North Carolina — Overcast expected today with a high of 92°F and a low of 71°F.
Today's Forecast — Monday, June 8
- Conditions: Overcast
- High / Low: 92°F / 71°F
- Wind: E 13 mph, gusts to 24 mph
- Precipitation: 14% chance
- UV Index: 7.75 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
- Sunrise / Sunset: 04:59 / 19:22
- Daylight: 14.4 hours (12.9 hours of sunshine expected)
What Matters Most Today
- Feels-like swing: up to 100°F.
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 7.75; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Feels Like: 73°F to 100°F (wind chill / heat index)
- Humidity: 60%
- Dew Point: Up to 71°F — muggy conditions
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Mainly clear, 83°F, 59% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Overcast, 88°F, 14% chance of precipitation, winds 12 mph, 51% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Overcast, 75°F, winds 11 mph, 83% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 45 (peak 63) — Moderate
- Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
- PM2.5: 12.9 µg/m³
Tomorrow's Outlook
Overcast with a high of 84°F and a low of 70°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.
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