Snow and Ice Expected in North Carolina This Week And Not Just In The Mountains

It's January and of course, there is a chance of winter precipitation somewhere in the Tar Heel state. But snow and ice are expected in North Carolina this week and not just in the mountains.

According to the Charlotte Observer, a low-pressure system is forecasted for this week in the Gulf of Mexico. The system is expected to track along the Southeast coast. This could bring some winter precipitation in North Carolina this week and not just in the mountains. The National Weather Service has already issued a hazardous weather outlook for later this week. And that weather outlook includes Raleigh and Charlotte.

When is all this supposed to start? The low-pressure system is expected to develop on Wednesday and move towards North Carolina on Wednesday night and Thursday. And North Carolina will most likely feel the effects late Friday night through Saturday night. Freezing rain is expected in the Piedmont.  Right now, forecasters say no substantial accumulation is expected. So, Charlotte can expect some freezing rain that will then change to rain. The mountains, of course, can expect harsher conditions. Also, A mix of frozen precipitation should hit the North Carolina mountains on Saturday and Sunday.

Forecasters say this low-pressure system will have done its worst by Sunday. Snow and ice are expected in North Carolina this week and not just in the mountains.  To learn more get all the details from our source, The Charlotte Observer, right here.

It seems like the winter weather is here to stay. YAY! I'm glad it's cooling down and if you're into skiing and/or tubing, you're probably glad too! Tubing is something I've never done on snow, and I would really like to try. I have gone skiing and it's definitely not my thing. Of course, I've had three knee surgeries so I'm skiing isn't the sport for me. LOL! If you love to frolic in the snow, Charlotte Five has a list of five awesome North Carolina ski resorts that aren't too far of a drive.

Most ski resorts in the North Carolina mountains open in mid-to-late November. Though significant amounts of snow may not fall when the season begins, temperatures fall enough to make weather conditions ideal for skiing, snowboarding, tubing and more on artificial snow. If you enjoy any or all of those activities, here are five places to check out this winter.

Pack a bag and get ready because Appalachian Ski Mountain opens on November 18, which is this weekend! This snow sport resort has been opened since the 60's and it's the second oldest in the state of North Carolina. Slope hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 9 a.m.-midnight, Fridays and Saturdays

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As a kid, my family went to Sugar Mountain. The first and only time I tried to ski was at Sugar Mountain. I ended up on my butt real quick! LOL! But the trips were fun! The resort has over 20 slopes and has night skiing. Opening date is dependent on the weather.

If you like a thrill, then you need to check out Beech Mountain Resort. They have the highest ski slopes in the eastern U.S. If you don't know how to ski or snowboard, this resort offers lessons in both. And they also offer more than 50 features for freestyle skiers. Their opening day is set for November 19.

I'll be honest, I've never heard of Wolf Ridge. It's about 30 minutes north of Asheville is. It's a family-oriented resort that offers beginner and expert slopes. The resort also provides a top-rated snow sports school that provides lessons to all winter sports enthusiasts, regardless of skill level. Very cool! It's good to learn first so you don't end up on your butt like me! LOL!

Located in Maggie Valley, Cataloochee Ski Area offers lots of slopes and trails that are beginner level. And this resort has you covered if you need gear! Their rental department offers more than 4,000 sets of ski and snowboard equipment. And if you check out their website, it looks like they have some amazing tubing slopes! They open November 16, which is tomorrow, so you can plan a trip asap!