Weather Blog

Three Areas Being Monitored in Atlantic as Development Chances Increase

August 10, 2026

The Atlantic tropics are becoming more active as we move deeper into August, with three areas now being monitored for possible tropical development.

Tropical Development Chances Increase for Wave Expected to Emerge Off Africa

August 9, 2026

Activity across the tropical Atlantic continues to bear watching as the National Hurricane Center monitors two tropical waves for possible development during the upcoming week.

Heat Builds Across Rowan County as Strong to Severe Storms Are Possible Today

August 9, 2026

Rowan County is heading into a hot and increasingly humid stretch of August weather, but before the heat becomes the dominant story this week, there is also a risk for strong to severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening.

Two Tropical Waves Being Monitored Across the Atlantic

August 9, 2026

The Atlantic tropics are showing signs of increased activity as two tropical waves are being monitored for possible development during the upcoming week.

Two Tropical Waves Now Being Monitored Across the Atlantic

August 8, 2026

The National Hurricane Center is now monitoring two tropical waves across the Atlantic, including one system already moving across the central tropical Atlantic and another expected to emerge from the west coast of Africa next week.

Tropical Wave Expected to Emerge Off Africa Next Week, Development Possible

August 8, 2026

The National Hurricane Center is monitoring the eastern tropical Atlantic for the potential development of a new tropical system during the middle to latter part of next week.

The Hottest Stretch of Weather So Far This August Arrives Next Week

August 8, 2026

A hotter and more humid weather pattern is expected to build across Rowan County beginning Monday, setting the stage for what could be the hottest stretch of weather so far this August.

Why Weather Changes the Music We Want to Hear

August 7, 2026

Have you ever noticed that the weather seems to influence the music you're in the mood for?

It's something I've been thinking about lately.

Drought Conditions Continue to Improve Across Rowan County

August 6, 2026

ROWAN COUNTY, N.C. — This week's U.S. Drought Monitor shows continued improvement across Rowan County as recent rounds of rainfall have reduced the intensity of drought conditions.

Storms Wait Until Late Today, But Not Everyone Will See Rain

August 6, 2026

ROWAN COUNTY, N.C. — After a quiet start to the day, another round of scattered showers and thunderstorms is expected to develop across Rowan County later this afternoon and evening.