Wilmington Marine Forecast
North Carolina · 34.227°, -77.953° · National Weather Service
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7-Day Marine Outlook
Wind, temperature, and conditions for Wilmington.
About the marine forecast for Wilmington
This is the National Weather Service forecast for Wilmington (North Carolina), covering wind, wave height, temperature, and conditions over the coming week. Wind and seas are what make or break a day on the water, so start there. Remember that gusts, not the average, are what knock you around, and that wind blowing against the tide stacks the seas up steeper than the numbers suggest. Wave height here is the significant wave height, so some individual waves come through taller.
Planning a trip out of Wilmington? Pair this with the Wilmington tide chart so you've got the water and the weather in one look.
Frequently asked
What is the wind forecast for Wilmington today?+
Today at Wilmington, expect wind from the SW at 12 to 18 mph, with slight chance showers and thunderstorms. See the hourly breakdown above for how it changes through the day.
Where does this Wilmington marine forecast come from?+
It's the official National Weather Service point forecast for Wilmington's coordinates, covering wind, temperature, and conditions for the next 7 days. It's the same data marine forecasts are built on.
Is it a good day to go boating at Wilmington?+
Check the wind first — it's what makes or breaks a day on the water — then the conditions and any advisories. Match the forecast to your boat and experience, tell someone your plan, and always leave yourself a way back.
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