Midday Outlook: Sunny, Cold, and Quiet Across the Region

Dry air and high pressure remain firmly in control across Rowan, Davie, and Davidson counties this afternoon. Sunshine will dominate through the remainder of the day, but temperatures will stay below normal, and a light northwest breeze will keep it feeling chilly at times. Clear skies tonight will allow temperatures to drop quickly after sunset.

Below is a county-by-county breakdown.

Rowan County Midday Outlook

Current Conditions (Midday):
Temperature: 35°F (2°C)
Humidity: 44%
Wind: NW at 5 mph
Barometer: 30.05 in
Dewpoint: 15°F (-9°C)
Visibility: 10 miles
Wind Chill: 31°F (-1°C)

This Afternoon:
Sunny, with a high near 43°.
West-northwest wind around 9 mph.

Tonight:
Mostly clear, with a low around 22°.
West-northwest wind around 5 mph, becoming calm during the evening.

Davie County Midday Outlook

Current Conditions (Midday):
Temperature: 37°F (3°C)
Humidity: 39%
Wind: West at 8 mph, gusts up to 18 mph
Barometer: 30.05 in
Dewpoint: 14°F (-10°C)
Visibility: 10 miles
Wind Chill: 31°F (-1°C)

This Afternoon:
Sunny, with a high near 42°.
West-northwest wind around 8 mph.

Tonight:
Mostly clear, with a low around 23°.
West wind 3 to 5 mph.

Davidson County Midday Outlook

Current Conditions (Midday):
Temperature: 37°F (3°C)
Humidity: 39%
Wind: West at 8 mph, gusts up to 18 mph
Barometer: 30.05 in
Dewpoint: 14°F (-10°C)
Visibility: 10 miles
Wind Chill: 31°F (-1°C)

This Afternoon:
Sunny, with a high near 42°.
West wind 7 to 9 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Tonight:
Mostly clear, with a low around 23°.
Light west wind.

What to Know This Afternoon

Temperatures across all three counties will remain several degrees below normal despite full sunshine. The very dry air mass in place will allow for strong radiational cooling tonight, leading to another cold start Wednesday morning. Winds will gradually ease after sunset, improving comfort levels overnight.

Quiet weather continues into midweek, with a gradual warming trend expected over the next couple of days.

Stay with Rowan County Weather for updates later today and tonight.