Population:
75,838
Elevation:
50 feet above sea level
Land Area:
41.0 square miles
Location:
Located in the southeastern portion of North Carolina, just minutes from the
Atlantic Ocean
Time Zone:
Eastern Time Zone (when it’s noon in Wilmington, it’s 11am in Chicago and 9am in
Los Angeles). Wilmington observes Daylight Savings Time from April - October
Weather:
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Average temp. (°F)
45.8
48.2
54.8
62.5
70.0
76.8
80.9
79.5
74.7
64.5
56.3
48.6
High temperature (°F)
56.3
59.4
66.2
74.1
80.6
86.4
89.9
88.3
84.0
75.5
67.8
59.5
Low temperature (°F)
35.3
37.0
43.4
50.7
59.4
67.2
71.9
70.5
65.4
53.4
44.7
37.6
Precipitation (in)
4.6
3.7
4.2
3.0
4.4
5.3
7.7
7.3
6.9
3.2
3.3
3.8
Climate:
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Days with precipitation
11
10
10
8
9
10
13
12
10
7
8
9
Wind speed (mph)
9.0
9.6
10.0
10.1
9.1
8.4
7.9
7.3
7.8
7.9
8.1
8.4
Morning humidity (%)
81
80
82
81
84
85
87
90
90
89
85
82
Afternoon humidity (%)
56
52
52
48
55
60
63
64
62
56
53
55
Sunshine (%)
56
59
64
70
67
66
64
62
61
64
63
59
Days clear of clouds
10
9
10
11
8
7
6
7
8
12
12
10
Partly cloudy days
6
6
8
8
11
11
12
12
10
7
7
7
Cloudy days
15
13
14
11
12
12
13
12
12
11
11
14
Snowfall (in)
0.5
0.5
0.4
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.6
Local Seasons:
At any time of year there is
something wonderful taking place in this historic and beautiful North Carolina
town. With the influence of the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf Stream, some 45-60
miles offshore, Historic Wilmington and North Carolina's Cape Fear Coast enjoy a
temperate subtropical climate year-round. Summer temperatures are usually in the
80s. Seasons are mild, with an average 212 sunshine days and a mean average
temperature of 63.7 degrees Fahrenheit. The average winter temperature is about
50 degrees. Summers tend to be busy as tourists come to the area to experience
the many attractions in and around Wilmington as well as bask in the sunshine at
the nearby beaches. With the daytime temperatures in the high 80’s F and
relatively low humidity, it’s the perfect time to work on an enviable tan.
Evenings are cool, with the temperature dropping into the 60’s, making it ideal
for a casual dinner followed by a walk through the historic downtown area.
Spring and fall bring cooler temperatures with the change of seasons. During
these periods visitors can take advantage of both indoor and outdoor activities
in comfort. Winters are generally mild with just a dusting of snow. It doesn’t
usually stay on the ground but while it’s there, it transforms the area into a
postcard like effect.
How to Get There:
By Air:
Wilmington International
Airport
1740 Airport Blvd.
Wilmington, NC 28405
910-341-4333
Conveniently located to the
town, the airport has daily departures and arrivals available with direct
flights in major hubs along the East Coast.
Ground Transportation:
Most of the major car rental
companies, as well as taxi, limousine, and shuttle services are available at the
airport as well as at select locations throughout the town.
By Car:
The major East/West Interstate
artery I-40 leads to the Cape Fear Coast, which is located midway between New
York & Florida just off I-95 and I-40; also served by Highways 17, 74/76, 117,
and 421. Interstate I-95 is 73 miles from Historic Wilmington and North
Carolina's Cape Fear Coast.
By Bus:
Greyhound
201 Harnett St.
Wilmington, NC 28402
910-762-6073
How to Get Around:
The
best way to get around is by either personal or rental car. In addition, other
local transportation is available:
Front Street Free Trolley
910-343-0106
Greenleaf Carriage & Trolley
Co. (Beach Trolley, Pleasure Island)
910-458-1141
National Holidays:
New Year's Day- Jan. 1
Martin Luther King, Jr., Day-
3rd Mon. in Jan.
President's Day- 3rd Mon. in
Feb.
Memorial Day- last Mon. in May
Independence Day- July 4
Labor Day- 1st Mon. in Sept.
Thanksgiving Day- 4th Thurs. in
Nov.
Christmas Eve and Christmas
Day- Dec. 24 and 25
New Year's Eve- Dec. 31
Wilmington
