Frost Advisory Issued for Rowan & Davie Counties Early Thursday Morning (2 AM – 9 AM)

A Frost Advisory has been issued for Rowan and Davie Counties, along with much of western North Carolina, including the foothills and western Piedmont.

The advisory will be in effect from 2 AM to 9 AM Thursday morning.

What to Expect

Overnight temperatures are expected to fall to around 33 degrees, creating conditions favorable for widespread frost formation.

With clear skies, light winds, and dry air in place, temperatures near the ground will cool quickly late tonight into early Thursday morning.

Who Is Included

This advisory covers a large portion of the region, including:

• Rowan County (Salisbury, Kannapolis)
• Davie County (Mocksville, Advance)
• Iredell, Cabarrus, Mecklenburg, and surrounding counties
• The foothills and western Piedmont

Why This Matters

Even if the air temperature reads just above freezing, frost can still form—especially in:

• Rural areas
• Open fields
• Low-lying spots

This can lead to damage or loss of:

• Gardens
• Early spring plants
• Sensitive outdoor vegetation

What You Should Do

If you have plants you want to protect, take action tonight:

• Cover plants with a sheet or cloth
• Bring potted plants indoors
• Pay extra attention to colder, rural locations

Timing Breakdown

• 2 AM – 5 AM: Temperatures fall into the mid-30s
• 5 AM – 8 AM: Peak frost potential
• After 9 AM: Temperatures rise and frost quickly melts

The Good News

This is a brief cold snap before a big warm-up:

• Thursday afternoon: Upper 60s
• Friday: Upper 70s
• Weekend: Low 80s with plenty of sunshine

Bottom Line

A Frost Advisory is in effect for Rowan and Davie Counties early Thursday morning, with temperatures near the mid-30s and conditions favorable for frost.

If you have sensitive plants, take steps now to protect them before temperatures drop overnight.