Midday Outlook — New Year’s Day

Thursday, January 1, 2026 - 12:09pm

Rowan • Davie • Davidson Counties

Rowan County

Current Conditions (Midday):

  • Sky: Fair

  • Temperature: 53°F (12°C)

  • Humidity: 41%

  • Wind: West at 10 mph

  • Barometer: 29.88 in

  • Dewpoint: 29°F (-2°C)

  • Visibility: 10.00 miles

  • Wind Chill: 50°F (10°C)

This Afternoon:
Sunny, with a high near 55°. West wind around 8 mph. Pleasant and seasonable conditions for New Year’s Day.

Tonight:
Mostly clear, with a low around 31°. Light and variable wind. Cold overnight, with patchy frost possible.


Davie County

Current Conditions (Midday):

  • Sky: Fair

  • Temperature: 54°F (12°C)

  • Humidity: 40%

  • Wind: West at 7 mph

  • Barometer: 29.88 in

  • Dewpoint: 30°F (-1°C)

  • Visibility: 10.00 miles

  • Wind Chill: 52°F (11°C)

This Afternoon:
Sunny, with a high near 54°. West wind 7–9 mph. Mild and quiet weather continues through the afternoon.

Tonight:
Mostly clear, with a low around 29°. Calm wind. Chilly conditions overnight.


Davidson County

Current Conditions (Midday):

  • Sky: Fair

  • Temperature: 54°F (12°C)

  • Humidity: 40%

  • Wind: West at 7 mph

  • Barometer: 29.88 in

  • Dewpoint: 30°F (-1°C)

  • Visibility: 10.00 miles

  • Wind Chill: 52°F (11°C)

This Afternoon:
Sunny, with a high near 54°. West wind 6–8 mph, with occasional gusts up to 18 mph.

Tonight:
Mostly clear, with a low around 29°. Calm wind.


Overall Pattern

High pressure remains in control across the region today, providing sunshine and mild temperatures to start the new year. Conditions stay dry through tonight, with colder overnight lows. Clouds will increase Friday ahead of the next rain chance late Friday night into Saturday.

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