Pollen, Air Quality, and Soil Temperature Forecast for Rowan County

Pollen Levels

• Today: Moderate

• Main allergens: Ragweed, grasses, and lingering weed pollen

• Outlook: Pollen counts are expected to remain moderate through the weekend before trending lower by midweek as rain chances increase.

Air Quality

• Today’s Air Quality Index (AQI): Good to Moderate range

• Overall conditions will remain good for most of Rowan County. Slight increases in particulate matter may be noticed near busy roadways during the afternoon hours. Sensitive groups are not expected to experience widespread impacts.

Soil Temperatures

• Current soil temperature at 4-inch depth: Approximately 73–75°F

• Warm soils continue to support late-season growth and are favorable for fall planting. A gradual cooling trend is expected by late week as cloud cover increases and rainfall returns.