A staff report
The National Weather Service in Wilmington, NC, has released a routine weather briefing for the period of Monday, June 17, 2024, through Friday, June 21, 2024. Here’s what you need to know:
Overview
High pressure to the north will maintain dry conditions in the area through at least midweek. A tropical disturbance expected to remain to our south could bring a few showers to the Carolinas by Thursday or Friday. Expect a warming trend by the weekend.
Hazards & Impacts
Surf:
• A building easterly swell will continue to elevate rip current risks for east/southeast-facing beaches through at least the end of the week.
• These beaches may experience high rip current risks on Wednesday, with strong longshore currents possible along the south-facing beaches in Brunswick County.
• Breaking wave heights might approach 6 feet at east-facing beaches from late Thursday through early Friday.
Marine:
• Small Craft Advisory conditions may develop from late Wednesday through early Friday.
Weather Forecast
• Monday: Mostly sunny with temperatures between 84-91°F. Night: Mostly clear, 63-70°F.
• Tuesday: Mostly sunny, 83-91°F. Night: Mostly clear, 64-70°F.
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny, 83-91°F. Night: Mostly clear, 65-71°F.
• Thursday: Mostly sunny, 84-91°F. Night: Mostly clear, 67-73°F.
• Friday: Partly cloudy with scattered showers/storms, 85-94°F. Night: Partly cloudy, 70-75°F.
Residents and visitors are advised to monitor local forecasts and heed any advisories regarding rip currents and small craft conditions. Enjoy the sunny weather but stay safe!
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