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Wilmington, NC Weather on May 15
May 15th in Wilmington, NC typically brings warm spring weather, with average highs around 80°F and lows near 60°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 15th was in 1991 (79°F average), while the coldest was 1996 (58°F) — a 21°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 33% of May 15th dates historically, with the wettest May 15th recording 6.05" of rain. The last decade has been 4.1°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 15
Planning for May 15th in Wilmington, NC? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 15 Weather Records for Wilmington
- •The all-time record high for May 15th in Wilmington, NC is 93°F, set in 1995.
- •The coldest May 15th on record dropped to 45°F in 2021.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on May 15th in 3 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), May 15th was 9°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 15 ever in Wilmington?
The warmest May 15 in Wilmington, NC reached 93°F in 1995. That is 13°F above the long-term average high of 80°F.
What was the coldest May 15 ever in Wilmington?
The coldest May 15 in Wilmington, NC dropped to 45°F in 2021. That is 15°F below the long-term average low of 60°F.
What is the average temperature on May 15 in Wilmington?
On May 15, Wilmington averages a high of 80°F and a low of 60°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from WILMINGTON INTL AP.
How many years of weather data are available for May 15 in Wilmington?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 15 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.
May 15 Weather History in Wilmington
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 88°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 87°F | 64°F | 1.47" | -- |
| 2023 | 80°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 87°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 78°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 80°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 75°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 84°F | 72°F | 0.53" | -- |
| 2017 | 90°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 72°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 78°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 82°F | 71°F | 1.91" | -- |
| 2013 | 83°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 84°F | 70°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2011 | 82°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 89°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 79°F | 64°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2008 | 79°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 79°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 79°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 83°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 82°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 70°F | 61°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 2002 | 77°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 80°F | 55°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 2000 | 76°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 66°F | 57°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1998 | 81°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 83°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 69°F | 47°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1995 | 93°F | 64°F | 1.17" | -- |
| 1994 | 85°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 78°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 81°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 90°F | 68°F | 2.21" | -- |
| 1990 | 80°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 77°F | 62°F | 6.05" | -- |
| 1988 | 80°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 82°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 83°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 84°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 72°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 83°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 79°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 84°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 73°F | 59°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 1979 | 74°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 68°F | 56°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 1977 | 87°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 83°F | 70°F | 1.45" | -- |
| 1975 | 81°F | 56°F | 0.48" | -- |
| 1974 | 83°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 79°F | 63°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1972 | 81°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 71°F | 60°F | 3.15" | -- |
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.