Weather Blog

15 Days Out: Early Weather Patterns for the 2025 Cheerwine Festival

May 2, 2025

As of today, we’re just 15 days away from the 2025 Cheerwine Festival, and that means it’s time to start keeping a close eye on how the weather might shape up for Saturday, May 17 in downtown Salisbury.

Storm Timing & What to Expect in Rowan County This Weekend

May 2, 2025

Rowan County Weather | May 2, 2025

Weekly Drought Monitor Update – Thursday, May 1

May 1, 2025

The latest update from the U.S. Drought Monitor shows all of Rowan County is now classified under Moderate Drought (D1) conditions.

Hurricane Preparedness Week Starts May 4: Why Inland Impacts Matter Too

May 1, 2025

May 4–10 is both North Carolina and National Hurricane Preparedness Week, and all of May is recognized as Hurricane Preparedness Month in South Carolina. At Rowan County Weather, we want to use this time to stress a simple but critical reminder:

Athlete of the Week: Honoring Lexie Ritchie’s Softball Journey

May 1, 2025

By Steve Monday, RCW Sports

When South Rowan took the field this week for the SPC Softball Tournament, it wasn’t just another game for senior Lexie Ritchie — it was a moment years in the making.

Storm Timing for Rowan County: What to Expect Friday Through Sunday

May 1, 2025

After a mostly sunny and breezy Thursday, Rowan County’s weather pattern is shifting as we head into the weekend.

Rowan County Rivalries Take Center Stage in SPC Championship Doubleheader

April 30, 2025

By RCW Sports Staff

Rowan County will be the heart of the action Thursday as both the South Piedmont Conference Softball and Baseball Championship Games feature all-Rowan matchups — and plenty of bragging rights on the line.

Behind the Forecast: How Rowan County Weather Supports the Cheerwine Festival

April 30, 2025

As the streets of Salisbury turn red for the 2025 Cheerwine Festival on Saturday, May 17, one person will be watching the skies as closely as festivalgoers eye the food trucks: Steve Monday of Rowan County Weather.

Stormy Saturday Ahead? First Look at This Weekend’s Severe Weather Setup

April 30, 2025

Rowan County Weather – April 30, 2025

It’s been a warm and mostly quiet stretch of weather across Rowan County, but changes are on the horizon—especially as we head into the weekend.

South Rowan Softball Advances Past Concord in SPC Tournament

April 29, 2025

South Rowan softball opened postseason play in impressive fashion Monday night, defeating Concord 8-2 in the first round of the SPC Tournament at home.