12 Reasons December Is The Best In North Carolina When It Snows

“I’m dreaming of a white Christmas,” – and soon, this might be reality. The mountains have already seen snowfall and the forecasts predict a future chance of snow for the Piedmont. If you’re dreaming of waking up to a winter wonderland on Christmas, you could very well be in luck. There’s no better time for snowfall than Christmastime and heres why.

Incredible winter sunrises like this enchanting scene capture by Sallie J Woodring this past weekend in Banner Elk.

Only In North Carolina / Sallie J Woodring

While the eastern side of the state has a lower chance, even some freezing temps can create nautical beauty. Like this picture from New Bern.

Flickr / Zach Frailey

Christmas Eve service in the snow makes for an even more magical experience.

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Everything turns magical - a cardinal amidst the snowfall? Can it get more North Carolina than that?

Flickr / Virginia Ginny Sanderson

Even if you’re traveling back home for the holidays, snow adds an extra bit of charm to small town North Carolina.

Only In North Carolina / David Hill

‘Christmas towns’ in the snow are unforgettable. There’s nothing light the twinkle of lights reflecting off the glistening snow.

Facebook / Christmas Town U.S.A

Everyone loves Christmas at Biltmore, but especially when there’s snow on the ground.

Flickr / Possum 1500

A white December means better conditions so you can spend your time off sledding, tubing, or even going to a ski resort like Beech or Sugar.

Facebook / Hawksnest tubing

Even if you just want to do some light hiking, snow transforms any nature trail into pure wonder. There’s really nothing that beats taking a walk through the woods when it’s snowing, especially if you can come home and listen to Christmas music and drink hot chocolate afterwards.

Only In North Carolina Facebook / Anita L Bulin

What goes great with Christmas decorations adorning Main Street? A dusting of snow!

Flickr / Jamie Bradway

If you plan to hop on board the Polar Express, what truly recreates the magic better for your children than a snow-filled landscape?

Facebook / Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

Christmas morning is about the only day of the year most of us are morning people. Who wouldn’t want to wake up to this breathtaking view?

Flickr / Tommy White

Now I’m totally dreaming of a White Christmas! Have you seen snow in your section of the state yet – or are you hoping for some? What are some of your most memorable white Christmases in North Carolina?