Rowan County Drought Monitor Update Extreme Drought Expands Across Southern Rowan

The latest U.S. Drought Monitor shows worsening conditions across Rowan County this week.
What’s Changed
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Good midmorning, Rowan County.
We’re starting the day under partly sunny skies and cool conditions.
Right now:
43°
Humidity: 38%
Wind: NW at 3 mph
Visibility: 10 miles
Latest Rainfall Totals – Blend of Models Update
The newest Blend of Models continues to support a solid soaking rain for our area late Saturday night through Sunday.
For Rowan County and much of the central NC Piedmont:
Current projected totals: 1.1" to 1.3"
Sunday’s Rain: How Much Will Rowan County Actually Get?
After several dry and quiet days across Rowan County, attention now turns to a widespread rain event expected late Saturday night through Sunday.
The big question most people are asking:
Weekend Rain Trending All Rain — But How Much Will Rowan County See?
After earlier model runs hinted at possible wintry precipitation, confidence is now increasing that Rowan County will see an all-rain event this weekend.
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It’s a great coffee day across Rowan County, and an even better day to enjoy an iced drink.
Why It Feels Like Spring in February Across Rowan County
If you stepped outside today and thought it felt more like March or April than February, you’re not imagining things.
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A calm, chilly start to the day across Rowan County with temperatures around 30°F and light winds. It’s one of those mornings where a warm drink just fits.
Why It Will Look Warm Today… But Won’t Feel Like It
If you step outside later this morning, you may think winter finally packed up and left. Sunshine will be plentiful across Rowan County today, and by this afternoon the sky will look more like early spring than February.
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It’s a cold and quiet Sunday morning across Rowan County.
