Weather Blog

Atlantic Tropics Growing More Active as New Wave Has 50% Development Chance

August 23, 2026

The Atlantic basin is becoming increasingly active as we move deeper into the heart of the 2026 hurricane season.

Atlantic Tropical Activity Increasing as Development Chances Rise

August 22, 2026

The Atlantic continues to show signs of becoming more active as we move deeper into the heart of hurricane season.

A Taste of Fall Is Coming — But Is It Really Fall Weather?

August 22, 2026

If you step outside across Rowan County Sunday or Monday, you may find yourself wondering whether Mother Nature has decided to give us an early preview of fall.

Atlantic Tropics Becoming More Active With Three Areas to Watch

August 22, 2026

The Atlantic basin is showing signs of increased tropical activity as we move deeper into the heart of hurricane season. As of Saturday morning, August 22, three areas are being monitored for possible tropical or subtropical development.

Not Under a Flood Watch? You Can Still Have Flash Flooding

August 21, 2026

As heavy rain and thunderstorms threaten parts of North Carolina today, August 21, one detail on the weather map could easily lead to a false sense of security: Rowan County is not currently included in a Flood Watch.

Why Friday’s Heavy Rain Could Become a Bigger Story Than the Severe Weather

August 20, 2026

Much of the attention today is understandably focused on the possibility of strong to severe thunderstorms. But as I look ahead to Friday, another threat may ultimately become the bigger weather story across portions of North Carolina: heavy rainfall.

Heat, Severe Storms and Heavy Rain Lead Into a Cooler Weekend Across North Carolina

August 20, 2026

Thursday will bring several weather concerns across North Carolina, with dangerous heat across portions of central and eastern North Carolina and a risk of strong to severe thunderstorms developing later in the day.

Regional Weather Turns Active Thursday and Friday: Strong Storms and Heavy Rain Possible

August 19, 2026

The weather pattern across North Carolina is getting ready to become considerably more active as we head toward the end of the workweek.

Rowan County Weather Is Growing: Introducing Rowan County Weather & Regional Forecasts

August 19, 2026

For more than 13 years, Rowan County Weather has been focused on providing timely, reliable and local weather information to the people of Rowan County. That isn't changing.

But the coverage area has grown.

Why Friday’s Storms May Be Different From Our Typical Summer Thunderstorms

August 19, 2026

Friday is shaping up to be one of the more active weather days of the week across Rowan County, with showers and thunderstorms becoming increasingly likely during the afternoon and continuing into Friday night.