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2024-2025 winter weather trends for Charlotte

Prepare for winter weather with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.

A stretch of road in Charlotte is covered in white dusting of snow.

Charlotte’s last substantial snowfall happened back in January 2022.

Photo via WCNC

We know the question that’s on your mind, Charlotte — when’s it going to get wicked cold?

Thanks to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center, we know what temperatures and precipitation trends to expect in our city for December, January, and February. While exact weather conditions typically can’t be predicted more than a week in advance, here’s a seasonal outlook to help you prepare for winter.

Reminder: The official first day of winter is on Saturday, Dec. 21.

Temperature

Think warmer than we’re used to. This winter, Charlotte has a 40-50% chance of temperatures being higher than normal.

A colored NOAA map featuring temperature projections for the US.

The temps are likely to linger slightly higher than normal in Charlotte this season.

Image via NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center

Precipitation

The Queen City is predicted to experience a 40-50% chance of precipitation being lower than normal. Why? La Niña typically brings warmer and drier winters to the Southeast, including the Carolinas, with less precipitation.

Drought

We’re keeping a close watch on the drought across the state. As of mid-December 2024, North Carolina — including the Charlotte area — was considered “abnormally dry” due to low precipitation levels.

Here’s December’s deal

The average low temperature in December is 39° and the average high is 54°, though temperatures occasionally reach 60° or warmer during the day. December tends to lean on the drier side, ranking the eighth wettest month of the year for our city.

Jump into January

Charlotte’s lows in January will dip down to 32° on average, as it’s the coldest month in North Carolina. Below-average snowfall is again expected, but there’s hope the ongoing snow drought could be broken with 1 to 2 inches at some point this winter.

Bonus: Here are the NOAA’s winter safety tips.

February facts

It’s likely to get warmer in Charlotte during the month of February. The average temperature in Charlotte in February for a typical day ranges up to 60°. Keep your jacket close, daily low temperatures aren’t expected to fall further than 39°.

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