Strong Thunderstorm Tracking Across Lake Norman Region Toward Cabarrus and Rowan Counties

Issued: 5:30 PM EDT | Monday, June 16, 2025
Source: National Weather Service | Radar Indicated

A strong thunderstorm is moving across the Lake Norman region and is expected to impact several counties—including southwestern Rowan and northwestern Cabarrus—through 6:00 PM EDT.

At 5:25 PM, Doppler radar indicated a storm located about 13 miles northwest of Huntersville, near Lake Norman, moving east at 30 mph. This storm is producing wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea-sized hail.

Areas Likely to Be Affected:

• Huntersville, Cornelius, and Davidson

• Mooresville and the Lake Norman shoreline

• Lincolnton, Maiden, and Boger City

• Westport, High Shoals, and areas just west of Kannapolis and Mount Ulla

Hazards:

• Wind gusts up to 40 mph – enough to knock down small limbs and unsecured items

• Pea-sized hail – may cause minor damage to cars, rooftops, and outdoor equipment

• Frequent cloud-to-ground lightning – which can strike up to 10 miles from the storm

What You Should Do:

• Seek shelter indoors immediately if you are in the path of the storm

• Avoid open areas, water, and tall structures

• Secure outdoor furniture and equipment to prevent wind damage

While this is not a severe thunderstorm warning, the storm is strong and capable of producing hazardous weather conditions, especially near Lake Norman and in exposed areas.

Rowan County Weather will continue monitoring this storm as it approaches the western edge of the county and will provide additional updates if warnings are issued.