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Wilmington, NC Weather on May 25
May 25th in Wilmington, NC typically brings warm spring weather, with average highs around 83°F and lows near 63°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 25th was in 2011 (85°F average), while the coldest was 1976 (59°F) — a 26°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 33% of May 25th dates historically, with the wettest May 25th recording 4.6" of rain. Temperatures on this date have remained relatively stable over the past several decades.
What to Expect on May 25
Planning for May 25th in Wilmington, NC? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 25 Weather Records for Wilmington
- •The all-time record high for May 25th in Wilmington, NC is 97°F, set in 2011.
- •The coldest May 25th on record dropped to 49°F in 2013.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on May 25th in 7 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 25 ever in Wilmington?
The warmest May 25 in Wilmington, NC reached 97°F in 2011. That is 14°F above the long-term average high of 83°F.
What was the coldest May 25 ever in Wilmington?
The coldest May 25 in Wilmington, NC dropped to 49°F in 2013. That is 14°F below the long-term average low of 63°F.
What is the average temperature on May 25 in Wilmington?
On May 25, Wilmington averages a high of 83°F and a low of 63°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from WILMINGTON INTL AP.
How many years of weather data are available for May 25 in Wilmington?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 25 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 25 Weather History in Wilmington
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 77°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 92°F | 69°F | 2.82" | -- |
| 2023 | 80°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 83°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 87°F | 70°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2020 | 78°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 87°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 82°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 78°F | 65°F | 0.79" | -- |
| 2016 | 86°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 80°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 81°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 75°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 83°F | 70°F | 0.71" | -- |
| 2011 | 97°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 81°F | 67°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2009 | 79°F | 68°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2008 | 77°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 79°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 86°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 69°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 93°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 79°F | 58°F | 0.33" | -- |
| 2002 | 89°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 84°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 92°F | 69°F | 4.6" | -- |
| 1999 | 84°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 93°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 78°F | 63°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 1996 | 87°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 86°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 89°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 83°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 79°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 86°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 76°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 89°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 79°F | 54°F | 0.64" | -- |
| 1987 | 86°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 86°F | 69°F | 1.04" | -- |
| 1985 | 77°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 82°F | 65°F | 0.2" | -- |
| 1983 | 78°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 82°F | 67°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1981 | 86°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 84°F | 64°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1979 | 76°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 90°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 74°F | 68°F | 4.47" | -- |
| 1976 | 66°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 94°F | 70°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 1974 | 86°F | 61°F | 0.51" | -- |
| 1973 | 83°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 72°F | 58°F | 0.13" | -- |
| 1971 | 83°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
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.