Weather Blog

Lightning Safety Reminder: Why Summer Storms Become Dangerous Fast

May 26, 2026

As we move deeper into a more summer-like weather pattern across Rowan County and the surrounding area, daily afternoon and evening thunderstorms are becoming much more common.

Graduation Forecast Update: Wet Weather Concerns Increasing for Saturday Ceremonies

May 21, 2026

Graduation weekend is almost here across Rowan County and surrounding areas, but the latest forecast trends continue pointing toward a wet and unsettled weather pattern for Saturday, May 23rd.

Rowan County Pollen Forecast

May 19, 2026

Pollen levels remain in the Medium-High range today and tomorrow across Rowan County as warm temperatures and dry conditions continue through midweek.

Today’s Pollen Index: 7.3 — Medium-High
Tomorrow’s Pollen Index: 7.5 — Medium-High

Graduation Forecast Update: Rain Chances Increasing for Saturday Ceremonies

May 19, 2026

Graduation weekend is approaching across Rowan County and surrounding areas, and the latest forecast trends continue showing increasing rain and thunderstorm chances by Saturday afternoon and evening.

Rain Chances Increase This Week — But Drought Relief Still Looks Limited

May 17, 2026

After several days of summer-like heat and dry conditions across Rowan County and the surrounding area, rain chances are finally set to increase beginning Wednesday and continuing into the upcoming weekend.

Rowan County Weather Pollen Forecast

May 16, 2026

Today’s Pollen Level: 7.0 — Medium
Tomorrow’s Pollen Level: 7.4 — Medium-High

Today’s Top Allergens:
• Maple
• Hickory
• Birch

Pollen Forecast – Today

May 15, 2026

Tree pollen levels remain elevated across Rowan County today with an overall pollen index of 7.4 (Medium-High).

Top allergens today include: