Strong Thunderstorm Tracking Across Mecklenburg and Cabarrus, Heading Toward Rowan County

Issued: 6:05 PM EDT | Monday, June 16, 2025
Source: National Weather Service | Radar Indicated

A strong thunderstorm is moving through the heart of the Charlotte metro area and is expected to impact Cabarrus, Rowan, and surrounding counties through 7:00 PM EDT.

At 5:58 PM, Doppler radar detected a storm near Davidson, approximately 5 miles north of Huntersville, moving east at 35 mph. The storm is producing wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea-sized hail.

Areas Likely to Be Affected:

• Charlotte (Uptown, Central, East, Northeast, and Northwest)

• Huntersville, Davidson, and Cornelius

• Kannapolis and Downtown Concord

• Salisbury and surrounding communities in Rowan County

Hazards:

• Wind gusts up to 50 mph – capable of knocking down limbs and unsecured objects

• Pea-sized hail – could cause minor damage to vehicles, roofs, and outdoor equipment

• Lightning – frequent cloud-to-ground strikes accompanying this storm

What You Should Do:

• If you are outdoors, seek shelter in a sturdy building immediately.

• Avoid driving through heavy downpours and be alert for falling branches.

• Stay away from open fields and avoid water-related activities.

While not classified as a severe storm at this time, this system is producing dangerous conditions and could still cause localized damage, especially in urban and densely populated areas like Charlotte, Concord, and Salisbury.

Rowan County Weather will continue monitoring this storm as it moves east and will issue further updates if warnings are issued or conditions intensify.