Pollen, Air Quality, and Soil Temperature Forecast

Updated Wednesday, October 8, 2025 — Rowan County

Pollen Forecast

Today: Moderate
Primary allergens: Ragweed, grasses, and late-season weeds.
Trend: Counts drop after today as cooler, drier air settles in. Expect lower levels Thursday through the weekend.

Air Quality

Today: Good (AQI 35–45)
Light winds with a post-frontal north flow keep ozone and particulates in the Good range.
Outlook: Good air quality continues Thursday–Sunday with clear visibility and no major concerns.

Soil Temperature

4-inch depth (current): Near 72°F
Trend: Gradual cooling to the mid-60s by the weekend as overnight lows fall.
Implications: Favorable for fall planting—soil remains warm enough for root development while daytime heat stress diminishes.

Bottom Line

• Pollen: Moderate today, trending lower through the weekend

• Air Quality: Good

• Soil Temperature: Cooling from low 70s to mid-60s, excellent for fall garden work