Fireplace Weekend: Tips for Staying Warm as Temperatures Crash Across Rowan, Davie, and Davidson Counties

An arctic cold front will sweep across the region on Sunday, bringing one of the sharpest temperature drops we’ve seen so far this season. After a quiet and sunny Saturday, conditions will shift quickly as cold, dry air rushes in behind the front. Temperatures will fall steadily through Sunday afternoon and plunge into the teens Sunday night, with wind chills dipping even lower.

Here’s what to expect in each county and how to prepare for a very cold end to the weekend.

Rowan County

Temperatures will rise into the mid-50s today before falling sharply Sunday, reaching the upper 20s by late afternoon. Sunday night lows will drop to around 12 degrees, with wind chills making it feel even colder. It will be a clear, calm night with ideal radiational cooling, meaning temperatures could slip lower in rural areas.

How to stay warm in Rowan County:

• Bring in pets and check on neighbors who may not have reliable heat.

• Drip indoor faucets overnight to help prevent frozen pipes.

• Use fireplaces or space heaters safely and away from flammable materials.

• If traveling Sunday evening, be prepared for very cold air and gusty winds.

Davie County

Davie County will see a similar setup: a pleasant Saturday followed by a dramatic cold plunge on Sunday. Temperatures will briefly rise into the mid-30s late Sunday morning but quickly fall into the mid-20s. Overnight lows near 13 degrees will combine with lingering breezes to produce wind chills in the single digits early Monday morning.

How to stay warm in Davie County:

• Keep cabinet doors open under sinks on exterior walls to let warm air circulate.

• Protect outdoor faucets and exposed pipes ahead of the coldest temperatures.

• Limit time outdoors Sunday night, especially for children and older adults.

• If using alternative heat sources, ensure proper ventilation and follow safety precautions.

Davidson County

Davidson County will feel the cold front around midday Sunday, with temperatures briefly reaching the upper 30s before falling through the afternoon. Winds will be stronger here, with gusts up to 30 mph Sunday evening, dropping wind chills into the single digits. Overnight lows will reach the lower teens, with wind chills near zero in some locations.

How to stay warm in Davidson County:

• Secure outdoor holiday decorations before gusty winds pick up.

• Keep extra blankets and warm layers available, especially overnight.

• Prepare your vehicle with cold-weather essentials if you’ll be out Sunday evening.

• Ensure space heaters have proper clearance and never leave them unattended.

Cold Snap Timeline

• Today (Saturday): Sunny and mild region-wide.

• Sunday Morning: Brief warm-up before the arctic air arrives.

• Sunday Afternoon: Temperatures falling quickly, increasing winds.

• Sunday Night: Clear skies, very cold temperatures, single-digit wind chills.

• Monday: Sunny but cold; slow warming begins.

• Midweek: Temperatures return to near-normal values.