Pollen, Air Quality & Soil Temperature Outlook – October 6, 2025

Note: Linked sources below update in real time. Values can vary by micro-location across Rowan County.

Pollen Outlook

Pollen remains seasonably low to moderate for early October, with ragweed and outdoor molds the primary triggers. Intervals of clouds and midweek showers should limit sharp spikes; brief upticks are possible during dry, breezy breaks.

Check live local pollen/air readings here: Salisbury real-time page (IQAir).

Air Quality Outlook

• Overall category today: Good to lower-Moderate at times (driven mainly by fine particulate, PM2.5).
• Most people can continue normal outdoor activity; unusually sensitive groups should ease prolonged heavy exertion if AQI drifts upward.

Live references: Salisbury AQI (IQAir) · AirNow North Carolina map

Soil Temperature (4–10 cm) – Local Sensors

Regional stations show upper-60s to low-70s °F at 10 cm depth early today, with a gradual cooling trend expected after the midweek cold front.

View live charts from the NC State Climate Office (ECONet):

• KRUQ – Rowan County Airport (Soil data & current conditions)
• SALI – Salisbury Station (10 cm soil temperature panel)
• ECONet Station Map (choose nearest station)

What to Expect Next

• Through Tuesday: Relatively quiet; pollen suppressed in the morning, minor bumps midday.
• Wednesday: Showers/storms with the front; short-term AQI improvement likely and pollen knocked down.
• Thu–Fri: Cooler, drier air; soil temps trend down into the upper 60s°F by late week.

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