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New Hanover County weather alerts

1 active alert for New Hanover County, North Carolina right now: a Coastal Flood Advisory.

41 in the last 30 days 262 in 12 months (since Aug 30) most common: Coastal Flood Advisory Get alerts on your phone →

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Minor Expected

Coastal Flood Advisory

Issued Thu, Oct 22, 2:20 AM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC Until Thu, Oct 22, 9:00 AM EDT (in 2 hr)

Area: Inland New Hanover

* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...The lower Cape Fear River including downtown Wilmington. * WHEN...From 6 AM to 9 AM EDT this morning. * IMPACTS...The lowest portions of USS North Carolina Road and Battleship Road begin to observe minor coastal flooding...

What it means: Minor coastal flooding is expected, usually around high tide. Expect water on low-lying roads near the shore.

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Last 30 days

Recent alerts for New Hanover County

Alert	Issued	Ended	Issued by
Coastal Flood Advisory	Oct 21, 1:44 PM	Oct 21, 9:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Beach Hazards Statement	Oct 21, 5:17 AM	Oct 21, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Beach Hazards Statement	Oct 20, 8:04 PM	Oct 21, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
High Surf Advisory	Oct 20, 7:50 AM	Oct 20, 8:00 AM	Wilmington NC
Rip Current Statement	Oct 20, 7:50 AM	Oct 20, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Rip Current Statement	Oct 20, 2:14 AM	Oct 20, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
High Surf Advisory	Oct 20, 2:14 AM	Oct 20, 8:00 AM	Wilmington NC
High Surf Advisory	Oct 19, 7:55 PM	Oct 20, 8:00 AM	Wilmington NC
Rip Current Statement	Oct 19, 7:55 PM	Oct 20, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
High Surf Advisory	Oct 19, 7:43 PM	Oct 20, 8:00 AM	Wilmington NC
Rip Current Statement	Oct 19, 7:43 PM	Oct 20, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Rip Current Statement	Oct 19, 2:20 AM	Oct 19, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
High Surf Advisory	Oct 19, 2:20 AM	Oct 20, 8:00 AM	Wilmington NC
High Surf Advisory	Oct 19, 2:17 AM	Oct 20, 8:00 AM	Wilmington NC
Rip Current Statement	Oct 19, 2:17 AM	Oct 19, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Rip Current Statement	Oct 18, 7:43 PM	Oct 19, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
High Surf Advisory	Oct 18, 7:43 PM	Oct 20, 8:00 AM	Wilmington NC
Beach Hazards Statement	Oct 18, 1:58 PM	Oct 18, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
High Surf Advisory	Oct 18, 1:58 PM	Oct 20, 8:00 AM	Wilmington NC
Rip Current Statement	Oct 18, 11:50 AM	Oct 18, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Rip Current Statement	Oct 18, 3:00 AM	Oct 18, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Rip Current Statement	Oct 17, 7:38 PM	Oct 18, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Beach Hazards Statement	Oct 17, 11:02 AM	Oct 17, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Beach Hazards Statement	Oct 17, 3:02 AM	Oct 17, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Beach Hazards Statement	Oct 16, 7:38 PM	Oct 17, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Rip Current Statement	Oct 11, 7:31 PM	Oct 11, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Rip Current Statement	Oct 11, 1:11 PM	Oct 11, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Tornado Watch	Oct 11, 11:53 AM	Oct 11, 5:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Flood Watch	Oct 11, 10:36 AM	Oct 11, 11:00 AM	Wilmington NC
Tornado Watch	Oct 11, 9:58 AM	Oct 11, 5:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Rip Current Statement	Oct 11, 9:57 AM	Oct 11, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Coastal Flood Advisory	Oct 11, 9:57 AM	Oct 11, 1:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Coastal Flood Advisory	Oct 11, 9:57 AM	Oct 11, 10:00 AM	Wilmington NC
Flood Watch	Oct 11, 8:22 AM	Oct 11, 11:00 AM	Wilmington NC
Coastal Flood Advisory	Oct 11, 8:07 AM	Oct 11, 1:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Coastal Flood Advisory	Oct 11, 8:07 AM	Oct 11, 10:00 AM	Wilmington NC
Rip Current Statement	Oct 11, 8:07 AM	Oct 11, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Flood Watch	Oct 11, 2:02 AM	Oct 11, 11:00 AM	Wilmington NC
Rip Current Statement	Oct 11, 1:47 AM	Oct 11, 8:00 PM	Wilmington NC
Coastal Flood Advisory	Oct 11, 1:47 AM	Oct 11, 1:00 PM	Wilmington NC

Pattern

What New Hanover County gets alerted for

Every alert that named New Hanover County in the last 12 months, by type. Records begin August 30, 2026, so this fills in over the year.

Coastal Flood Advisory

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Rip Current Statement

Beach Hazards Statement

High Surf Advisory

Heat Advisory

Flood Advisory

Flood Watch

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Dense Fog Advisory

Special Weather Statement

Tornado Watch

Plain English

What these alerts mean

A warning means the hazard is happening or about to; a watch means conditions favour it; an advisory is a lesser hazard still worth planning around.

Coastal Flood Advisory

Minor coastal flooding is expected, usually around high tide. Expect water on low-lying roads near the shore.

Beach Hazards Statement

Hazards such as rip currents, sneaker waves or cold water are expected at the beach.

High Surf Advisory

Large breaking waves are expected on beaches, with dangerous rip currents. Stay off jetties and out of the water.

Rip Current Statement

Rip currents that can pull swimmers offshore are expected. Swim near a lifeguard and know how to escape a rip.

Tornado Watch

Conditions are favourable for tornadoes in and near the watch area. Review your shelter plan and stay alert for warnings.

Flood Watch

Conditions are favourable for flooding. Have a plan in case a warning is issued.

Heat Advisory

Heat index values high enough to cause heat illness with prolonged exposure. Drink water, stay in air conditioning and check on neighbours.

Flood Advisory

Minor flooding of streets, streams or low-lying areas is expected. Expect ponding on roads and use caution when driving.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

A storm with hail of 1 inch or larger, winds of 58 mph or more, or both, is occurring or imminent. Move indoors and away from windows.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Conditions are favourable for severe thunderstorms with large hail or damaging wind. Keep an eye on the sky and on warnings.

Dense Fog Advisory

Visibility of a quarter mile or less is expected. Slow down and use low beams.

Special Weather Statement

A heads-up about conditions that do not meet warning or advisory criteria but still deserve attention, such as a strong storm, patchy fog or a brief burst of snow.

Flash Flood Warning

Flash flooding is occurring or imminent. Move to higher ground; never drive into water covering a road.

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