November Preview: What This Month Typically Brings to Rowan County

As we turn the calendar to November, Rowan County begins one of its most changeable months of the year. Warm afternoons can still make a few appearances, but crisp mornings and the first real hints of winter are never far away. Here’s a closer look at what November usually brings to our area — and how this year’s start is shaping up so far.

Temperatures and First Freezes

Typical November highs in Rowan County range from the low to mid-60s early in the month to the low-50s by Thanksgiving week. Morning lows often drop into the upper-30s to low-40s.
The average first freeze for our area usually arrives between November 5 and November 15, though timing can vary by location and elevation. As of now, we’ve only seen patchy frost across parts of the county — not a widespread freeze just yet.

Rainfall and Weather Patterns

November brings an average of 3 to 3.5 inches of rain, mainly from fast-moving cold fronts. While tropical moisture can occasionally influence early November, most of the month’s rain chances come from systems tracking across the Tennessee and Ohio Valleys.
The upcoming pattern looks mostly dry and seasonable following a small chance of light rain late Sunday into early Monday.

Wind and Early Chill

As stronger cold fronts begin moving through the Southeast, breezy afternoons become more common. Northwest winds behind each front usher in cooler, drier air and bring the crisp, clear mornings that define the month. Some of the season’s first real wind chills typically arrive before Thanksgiving.

Looking Ahead

If current trends continue, November 2025 may run near or slightly warmer than average, with occasional chilly mornings but no long stretches of cold air early on. Expect a gradual step down toward winter — one that keeps outdoor plans comfortable for now while giving subtle hints of what’s ahead in December.