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Thunderstorms Expected in Wilmington Area Today
June 28, 2026
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Wilmington, North Carolina — Thunderstorm expected today with a high of 98°F and a low of 76°F.
Today's Forecast — Sunday, June 28
- Conditions: Thunderstorm
- High / Low: 98°F / 76°F
- Wind: SW 19 mph, gusts to 29 mph
- Precipitation: 35% chance, 1.07 inches expected over 3 hours
- UV Index: 8.15 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
- Sunrise / Sunset: 05:02 / 19:27
- Daylight: 14.4 hours (11.9 hours of sunshine expected)
What Matters Most Today
- Expected rainfall: about 1.07 inches.
- Feels-like swing: up to 103°F.
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 8.15; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Feels Like: 79°F to 103°F (wind chill / heat index)
- Humidity: 57%
- Dew Point: Up to 74°F — muggy conditions
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Overcast, 87°F, 61% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Overcast, 95°F, 27% chance of precipitation, winds 12 mph, 44% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Overcast, 80°F, 35% chance of precipitation, winds 10 mph, 80% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 40 (peak 45) — Good
- PM2.5: 10.9 µg/m³
Tomorrow's Outlook
Overcast with a high of 91°F and a low of 75°F. 45% 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.
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