Afternoon Outlook — Rowan County Weather
Current Conditions
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Temperature: 79°F (26°C)
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Heat Index: 80°F (27°C)
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Humidity: 54%
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Wind: S 8 mph
Tropical Storm Jerry Forms in the Atlantic
The National Hurricane Center has upgraded the system we’ve been monitoring east of the Windward Islands to Tropical Storm Jerry, the 10th named storm of the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season.
Midmorning Coffeecast – Rowan County Weather
73°F (23°C) | Humidity 75% | Wind: S 3 mph | Barometer: 30.23 in
The Science of Fall Color: Why the Leaves Change in Waves
Every fall, Rowan County comes alive with changing color — but if you’ve ever noticed that some trees seem to shift early while others hold their green a little longer, there’s a reason for that. Leaf color change doesn’t happen all at once.
Pollen, Air Quality & Soil Temperature Forecast
Rowan County — Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Pollen Forecast
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Overall: Low to Moderate today.
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Primary allergens: ragweed, elm, cedar.
October Temperature Swings: Why We Warm Up Before Each Cold Front
If you have lived in Rowan County for long, you have probably noticed a familiar pattern this time of year. Just before a cold front arrives, the weather often turns noticeably warmer and sometimes a bit muggy again. Then, almost overnight, we cool down sharply.
Tropical Weather Outlook
National Hurricane Center – 2:00 AM EDT Tuesday, October 7, 2025