Weather Blog

Weather & Wellness: Pain Forecast

October 18, 2025

Saturday:
Warmer and more humid conditions could lead to mild stiffness or joint discomfort, especially later in the day.

Landis Police Vehicle Pursuit – Official Update

October 18, 2025

Landis, N.C. — The Landis Police Department reports that on Friday, October 17, 2025, around 11:30 p.m., officers attempted a traffic stop on South Chapel Street near East Ryder Avenue for careless and reckless driving and speeding.

Mosquito Forecast – Rowan County

October 18, 2025

Cooler and drier air behind Sunday’s cold front will bring much lower mosquito activity heading into next week.

Latest from the National Hurricane Center – Atlantic Update

October 18, 2025

East of the Windward Islands and the Caribbean Sea:

Night Cap

October 17, 2025

Fair conditions this evening across Rowan County with a temperature of 52°F and calm winds. Humidity is high at 89%, and the barometer is steady at 30.04 inches.

Evening Outlook

October 17, 2025

Fair this evening across Rowan County with a temperature of 65°F, light humidity around 54%, and calm winds. The barometer is holding steady at 30.01 inches with excellent visibility.

Afternoon Outlook

October 17, 2025

Fair and comfortable this afternoon with a temperature of 68°F and calm winds. Humidity sits near 36%, and the barometer is steady at 30.07 inches. Skies remain mostly clear, making for another pleasant fall day across Rowan County.

Midday Outlook

October 17, 2025

Fair and comfortable at 64°F with humidity near 40% and light east winds at 5 mph. The barometer is steady at 30.14 inches, and skies remain clear.

Fall Fire Safety & Weather: How Dry Air Plays a Role

October 17, 2025

With our stretch of sunny, dry days lately, fire danger can increase even without extreme heat or drought.