Midday Outlook: Dry Air, Sunshine & Chilly Feel Across the Piedmont

Very dry air remains in place across the region this midday, keeping skies sunny but adding a noticeable chill despite temperatures climbing through the 40s. Humidity levels are unusually low for December, which is the bigger story today.

Rowan County

Current Conditions (Midday):

• Temperature: 47°F (8°C)

• Humidity: 24%

• Wind: East at 7 mph

• Dewpoint: 12°F (-11°C)

• Wind Chill: 44°F (7°C)

• Visibility: 10 miles

• Barometer: 30.57 in

Today:
Sunny, with a high near 51°. Winds become light and variable.

Tonight:
Increasing clouds, with a low around 33°. Calm wind.

Midday Notes:
Extremely dry air is in place, keeping humidity very low. Despite sunshine, the dry air and light breeze continue to make it feel cooler than the thermometer suggests.

Davie County

Current Conditions (Midday):

• Temperature: 47°F (8°C)

• Humidity: 20%

• Wind: East at 8 mph

• Dewpoint: 8°F (-13°C)

• Wind Chill: 43°F (6°C)

• Visibility: 10 miles

• Barometer: 30.57 in

Today:
Sunny, with a high near 50°. Winds become light.

Tonight:
Increasing clouds, with a low around 32°. Light south wind.

Midday Notes:
Davie County is seeing the driest air of the three counties this afternoon. Humidity near 20% is very low for December and worth keeping in mind for outdoor burning or fire pits.

Davidson County

Current Conditions (Midday):

• Temperature: 48°F (9°C)

• Humidity: 24%

• Wind: East at 5 mph

• Dewpoint: 13°F (-11°C)

• Wind Chill: 46°F (8°C)

• Visibility: 10 miles

• Barometer: 30.57 in

Today:
Sunny, with a high near 51°. Southeast wind 3–6 mph.

Tonight:
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 33°. Light and variable wind.

Midday Notes:
Plenty of sunshine continues, but very dry air remains in control. Clouds will gradually increase after sunset, helping temperatures level off overnight.

Looking Ahead

• Sunshine dominates the rest of today

• Clouds increase overnight but no rain expected

• A warming trend begins Tuesday and continues toward Christmas

• Dry conditions remain the rule across the Piedmont