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7-Day Outlook: Heat Peaks Near 97°F in Wilmington
July 1, 2026
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Wilmington, North Carolina — The next seven days bring highs ranging from 88°F to 97°F, lows from 69°F to 76°F, rain chances focused on Monday and Tuesday. Today's forecast is still included below, but the main story is the week ahead.
What Matters Most This Week
- Warmest day: Sunday, with a high near 97°F.
- Coolest morning: Today, with a low near 69°F.
- Rain chances: Best chances on Monday and Tuesday; seven-day expected rainfall totals about 0.19 inches.
- Storm watch: Thunderstorm chances appear in the forecast on Sunday and Monday.
- Windiest stretch: Tuesday, with gusts up to 34 mph.
- Sun safety: UV runs high on Today, Thursday, Friday and Saturday and other days.
7-Day Forecast
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Rain | Peak Gust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today 7/1 | Clear sky | 88° / 69° | 0% | 14 mph |
| Thursday 7/2 | Clear sky | 89° / 70° | 1% | 13 mph |
| Friday 7/3 | Overcast | 93° / 72° | 1% | 14 mph |
| Saturday 7/4 | Mainly clear | 95° / 74° | 1% | 21 mph |
| Sunday 7/5 | Thunderstorm | 97° / 76° | 4% | 25 mph |
| Monday 7/6 | Thunderstorm | 97° / 76° | 27% / 0.06" | 23 mph |
| Tuesday 7/7 | Slight rain showers | 97° / 75° | 41% / 0.12" | 34 mph |
Today's Details — Wednesday, July 1
- Conditions: Clear sky
- High / Low: 88°F / 69°F
- Wind: E 10 mph, gusts to 14 mph
- Precipitation: 0% chance
- UV Index: 8.4 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
- Sunrise / Sunset: 05:03 / 19:27
- Daylight: 14.4 hours
What Matters Most Today
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 8.4; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Morning (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Humidity: 58%
- Dew Point: Up to 70°F — muggy conditions
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Clear sky, 79°F, 69% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Clear sky, 87°F, 46% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Clear sky, 78°F, 65% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 42 (peak 51) — Moderate
- Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
- PM2.5: 15.1 µg/m³
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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