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Wilmington, NC Weather on August 26
August 26th in Wilmington, NC typically brings warm summer weather, with average highs around 87°F and lows near 70°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest August 26th was in 1999 (85°F average), while the coldest was 1981 (70°F) — a 15°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 38% of August 26th dates historically, with the wettest August 26th recording 6.77" of rain. The last decade has been 2.5°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on August 26
Planning for August 26th in Wilmington, NC? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
August 26 Weather Records for Wilmington
- •The all-time record high for August 26th in Wilmington, NC is 93°F, set in 1990.
- •The coldest August 26th on record dropped to 59°F in 1984.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on August 26th in 15 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), August 26th was 5°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest August 26 ever in Wilmington?
The warmest August 26 in Wilmington, NC reached 93°F in 1990. That is 6°F above the long-term average high of 87°F.
What was the coldest August 26 ever in Wilmington?
The coldest August 26 in Wilmington, NC dropped to 59°F in 1984. That is 11°F below the long-term average low of 70°F.
What is the average temperature on August 26 in Wilmington?
On August 26, Wilmington averages a high of 87°F and a low of 70°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from WILMINGTON INTL AP.
How many years of weather data are available for August 26 in Wilmington?
We have 55 years of weather records for August 26 in Wilmington, NC, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
August 26 Weather History in Wilmington
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 86°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 88°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 92°F | 74°F | 0.24" | -- |
| 2022 | 85°F | 73°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2021 | 90°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 92°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 87°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 91°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 88°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 89°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 87°F | 72°F | 0.06" | -- |
| 2014 | 85°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 84°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 86°F | 64°F | 0.07" | -- |
| 2011 | 83°F | 73°F | 4.09" | -- |
| 2010 | 90°F | 69°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 2009 | 88°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 82°F | 73°F | 1.52" | -- |
| 2007 | 90°F | 75°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2006 | 87°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 82°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 84°F | 71°F | 0.19" | -- |
| 2003 | 92°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 83°F | 74°F | 0.31" | -- |
| 2001 | 86°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 83°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 91°F | 78°F | 0.12" | -- |
| 1998 | 82°F | 75°F | 6.77" | -- |
| 1997 | 80°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 86°F | 70°F | 0.86" | -- |
| 1995 | 80°F | 74°F | 1.11" | -- |
| 1994 | 88°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 89°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 91°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 88°F | 73°F | 0.07" | -- |
| 1990 | 93°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 85°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 87°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 93°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 86°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 91°F | 73°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1984 | 82°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 89°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 86°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 79°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 87°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 89°F | 73°F | 0.14" | -- |
| 1978 | 93°F | 71°F | 0.88" | -- |
| 1977 | 86°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 88°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 90°F | 76°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 91°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 88°F | 70°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 1972 | 87°F | 70°F | 0.35" | -- |
| 1971 | 82°F | 71°F | 1.44" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: WILMINGTON INTL AP
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Wilmington, NC, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.