Pollen, Air Quality & Soil Temperature Forecast — Rowan County

Pollen Forecast

• Tree and weed pollen: low today through midweek.

• Ragweed: brief, localized spikes possible on breezy afternoons.

• Grasses: minimal.

Air Quality

• Overall category: Good to Moderate.

• Light winds and mostly dry weather may allow a slight midweek buildup of particulates.

• Best air quality typically occurs during the morning hours.

• Sensitive groups: consider limiting prolonged outdoor exertion during late afternoon if you notice haze.

Soil Temperature

• Average soil temperature at 4" depth: 71–73°F across the county.

• Suitable for cool-season vegetable planting and overseeding lawns.

• Expect a gradual decline into the upper 60s by the weekend as nights trend cooler.

Notes & Tips

• After mowing, rinsing pollen from outdoor surfaces can help reduce indoor tracking.

• For allergies, keep windows closed during the afternoon if ragweed is a trigger.

• For lawns: target seeding and starter fertilizer while soil temps remain in the 70s; water early in the day to reduce evaporation.