When Will North Carolina Get Snow This Season?
Winter is coming, and it’s not uncommon for us to get some snow in North Carolina. Not much, but hey, some. Maybe you’re someone who dreads the snow or is excited about seeing the white stuff. Either way, you’re probably wondering, when will North Carolina get snow this season? Well, here are the stats and probabilities on when to expect that winter weather to arrive.
Before we get to snow in our area, let’s look at one American city that’s never gotten snow. The Farmer’s Almanac has a story about the places in America that have never gotten cold enough to get any snow. “As the summer sun fades and chillier nights and mornings begin to creep onto the calendar, your thoughts might turn to that four-letter word which some of us love, and others love to hate: snow,” they state. “You may wonder: What are some cities, states, or countries where it has never snowed?”
Believe it or not, it’s never, ever snowed in Key West, Florida. “Not only has Key West never experienced snow, it’s never seen frost, ice, or sleet either,” the article states. “That’s because Florida’s low latitude and low elevation hinder temperatures from getting cold enough for snow to fall, let alone accumulate on the ground.” Lucky Key West.
When Will North Carolina Get Snow This Season?
Now, onto our state. According to Weather.com, the average first snowfall of the year arrives around Jan. 18 to Feb. 7 in Charlotte and Jan. 4 to Feb. 14 in Raleigh. As for the the South and snow, Weather.com states, “Yes, parts of the South do occasionally see snow, but not necessarily every year.” That said, for Charlotte and Raleigh, the average snowfall is about 4 to 6 inches per year, according to the stats. Find the full story on the average first snowfall dates here.
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