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7-Day Outlook: Flood Watch for Wilmington Area
July 24, 2026
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Wilmington, North Carolina — The next seven days bring highs ranging from 84°F to 94°F, lows from 70°F to 77°F, rain chances focused on Today, Saturday, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. Today's forecast is still included below, but the main story is the week ahead.
⚠️ Active Weather Alerts
- 🟠 Flood Watch: Flood Watch issued July 24 at 2:30AM EDT until July 25 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
- Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
What Matters Most This Week
- Warmest day: Tuesday, with a high near 94°F.
- Coolest morning: Saturday, with a low near 70°F.
- Rain chances: Best chances on Today, Saturday, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday; seven-day expected rainfall totals about 5.11 inches.
- Storm watch: Thunderstorm chances appear in the forecast on Today, Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday.
- Windiest stretch: Thursday, with gusts up to 25 mph.
- Sun safety: UV runs high on Today, Saturday, Sunday and Monday and other days.
7-Day Forecast
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Rain | Peak Gust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today 7/24 | Showers And Thunderstorms Likely | 86° / 73° | 78% / 0.51" | 21 mph |
| Saturday 7/25 | Showers And Thunderstorms | 84° / 70° | 82% / 3.90" | 18 mph |
| Sunday 7/26 | Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms | 89° / 71° | 22% | 13 mph |
| Monday 7/27 | Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms | 91° / 74° | 24% / 0.15" | 21 mph |
| Tuesday 7/28 | Mostly Sunny | 94° / 77° | 7% / 0.31" | 15 mph |
| Wednesday 7/29 | Chance Showers And Thunderstorms | 94° / 74° | 38% | 24 mph |
| Thursday 7/30 | Chance Showers And Thunderstorms | 91° / 76° | 36% / 0.23" | 25 mph |
Today's Details — Friday, July 24
- Conditions: Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
- High / Low: 86°F / 73°F
- Wind: SSW 9 mph, gusts to 21 mph
- Precipitation: 78% chance, 0.51 inches expected over 4 hours
- UV Index: 8.3 — Very High — limit outdoor exposure
- Sunrise / Sunset: 05:17 / 19:19
- Daylight: 14.0 hours
What Matters Most Today
- Rain focus: 78% chance, peaking around 4PM.
- Expected rainfall: about 0.51 inches.
- Sun safety: UV index reaches 8.3; sunscreen still matters even with cloud cover.
- Best outdoor window: Midday (lowest average rain risk).
Comfort & Conditions
- Humidity: 91%
- Dew Point: Up to 77°F — muggy conditions
Hour-by-Hour Breakdown
- Morning (6AM–Noon): Overcast, 79°F, 47% chance of precipitation, 93% humidity
- Afternoon (Noon–6PM): Overcast, 82°F, 48% chance of precipitation, 89% humidity
- Evening (6PM–Midnight): Overcast, 79°F, 34% chance of precipitation, 90% humidity
Air Quality & Allergens
- Air Quality Index: 54 (peak 56) — Moderate
- Acceptable air quality; some pollutants may be a concern for sensitive individuals.
- PM2.5: 11.8 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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