Wilmington, North Carolina – A line of thunderstorms could roll through Wilmington by midday Wednesday, bringing gusty winds, wet roads, and the potential for localized flooding. Drivers on U.S. Route 17 and surrounding areas should prepare for reduced visibility and slick pavement between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, storms will develop mid-morning Wednesday and linger into the afternoon, with rainfall amounts reaching up to a quarter inch in some areas. Wind gusts could reach 17 mph during the height of the storm. Light showers may continue into the evening, with skies gradually clearing overnight.
By Thursday, the storm threat eases as Wilmington turns warmer and partly sunny. Highs will climb into the mid-80s. Friday brings a full transition into summerlike weather, with mostly sunny skies and highs nearing 91°F — the warmest temperatures of the season so far. Light southwest winds will continue into the weekend, holding temperatures in the upper 80s…