Wilmington, North Carolina Weather
Wilmington, North Carolina — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery, tide predictions, marine conditions and a solunar fishing forecast for Wilmington, New Hanover County.
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About Wilmington, North Carolina
Wilmington’s fertile lowlands, shaped by the broad sweep of the Cape Fear River as it nears the Atlantic, have long drawn settlers to its shores. It lies 6.1 miles east-south-east of Leland, NC (from Leland, NC: bearing 110°T), and is situated 7.4 miles south-west of Murraysville. For centuries, this port city has been a vital nexus of trade, its economy historically anchored by timber, naval stores, and shipping, a legacy that still whispers in the salt-laced air. The gentle humidity, a constant companion, fosters a lush greenness across the surrounding terrain, a landscape that has witnessed the ebb and flow of colonial development and the enduring spirit of commerce. This coastal plain, etched by a network of creeks and marshes, has always offered both bounty and challenge, fostering a resilient and resourceful populace. The river’s influence is undeniable, shaping not just the geography but the very character of Wilmington's past. The cultural heart of Wilmington beats with a distinct Southern charm, often infused with a lively artistic sensibility. Its historic district, a well-preserved testament to antebellum architecture, offers a glimpse into a bygone era, while the vibrant Riverwalk draws locals and visitors alike, especially as the afternoon sun casts long shadows across the water. Celebrated institutions of higher learning contribute to the intellectual pulse of the city, nurturing talent across various disciplines. While the city may not boast major professional sports franchises, a deep-seated passion for collegiate athletics often fills local arenas and fields. Wilmington has also been the birthplace or adopted home of artists and performers who have achieved national acclaim, their work echoing the unique spirit of this coastal enclave.
Live animated radar for Wilmington and surroundings — RainViewer.
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| Location | Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina |
| Coordinates | 34.225726°N, 77.94471°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 28401, 28409, 28404, 28402, 28403 |
| Area Code | 910 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Wilmington, North Carolina Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Wilmington, North Carolina, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modeled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Wilmington includes coordinates 34.225726°N, 77.944710°W, situated in New Hanover County. ZIP code 28401, 28409, 28404, 28402, 28403. Telephone area code: 910. Timezone: Eastern Time (America/New_York).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov (NOAA), with a modeled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
