Rowan County Forecast: Hot Summer Weather Continues Before a Cooler Pattern Arrives

The summer heat will continue across Rowan County through Saturday, but there are encouraging signs that a more comfortable weather pattern is on the way. Afternoon temperatures will remain in the lower to middle 90s through the end of the week, with only isolated storm chances until a stronger cold front brings better rain chances and cooler temperatures this weekend.

Wednesday

Expect another warm summer day with plenty of sunshine.

• High: 92°
• Sunny skies
• Calm winds

Wednesday Night

A few thunderstorms may develop during the evening before fading overnight.

• Low: 70°
• 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11 PM

Thursday

Another hot afternoon with only a slight chance of a late-day storm.

• Mostly sunny
• High: 93°
• 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3 PM
• West-southwest wind 5 to 9 mph during the afternoon

Friday

The hottest and driest day of the forecast.

• Sunny
• High: 94°
• Partly cloudy Friday night with a low of 72°

Saturday

Storm chances begin increasing as a cold front approaches.

• Mostly sunny
• High: 92°
• 50% chance of afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms

Sunday

A noticeable change in the weather arrives.

• Partly sunny
• High: 86°
• 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms

Rain chances remain elevated Sunday night as the front moves through.

What I'm Watching

Hot and Humid Through Saturday

Temperatures will stay several degrees above average through Saturday, with afternoon heat index values climbing into the upper 90s and lower 100s.

✔ Stay hydrated.
✔ Take frequent breaks if working outdoors.
✔ Never leave children or pets in parked vehicles.

Limited Storm Chances Through Friday

Most thunderstorms through Friday will remain focused over the mountains and western North Carolina, but a few storms could drift into Rowan County during the late afternoon or evening.

Any stronger storm that develops could produce:

• Damaging wind gusts
• Frequent lightning
• Brief heavy rainfall

Weekend Pattern Change

The weather becomes more active Saturday as a cold front approaches, with Sunday looking like the wettest day of the forecast. Along with the increased rain chances, cooler and less humid air is expected to settle into the area by the end of the weekend and continue into early next week.

Rowan County Weather Summary

• Sunny and hot Wednesday through Friday.
• Highs remain in the lower to middle 90s through Saturday.
• Only isolated storm chances through Friday, with better coverage over the weekend.
• Sunday currently appears to be the wettest day with a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms.
• Cooler, less humid weather arrives Sunday and continues into early next week.