UV index in Wilmington, NC today
The UV index in Wilmington, NC today is 5 (moderate). Sun protection is recommended from about 11am until about 3pm.
The EPA’s latest forecast for this ZIP code is dated Monday, October 26, 2026.
Hourly UV estimate
Estimated from the EPA daily peak and the sun’s position. Bars show the UV index at the top of each hour.
Sun times
What to do at UV 5
Seek shade around midday, wear a hat and sunglasses, and use a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher sunscreen on exposed skin.
Questions
What is the UV index in Wilmington, NC today?
Wilmington, NC has a UV index of 5 (moderate) today, based on the EPA forecast for Monday, October 26, 2026.
When is the UV index highest in Wilmington, NC?
Around solar noon, which is about 12:55 PM local time today. The sun is highest then, so UV rays are strongest.
Do I need sunscreen today in Wilmington, NC?
Seek shade around midday, wear a hat and sunglasses, and use a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher sunscreen on exposed skin. Sun protection is recommended from about 11am until about 3pm.
How is this UV index calculated?
The daily peak comes from the EPA UV Index forecast for ZIP code 28401. The hourly bars are an estimate that scales that peak by the sun’s height in the sky, so treat them as a guide rather than a measurement.
More UV index forecasts in NC
Source: U.S. EPA SunWise and the UV Index. Sunrise, sunset and hourly values are estimates by UV Warden. Last checked 2026-10-27. See the UV index scale.