Historic Southeast Winter Weather: Rare Snow Predicted from Florida to the Carolinas

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Forecasters predict a unique weather event this weekend, bringing rare snow across the Southeast, spanning from Florida to North Carolina. As the weather fronts evolve, there is still a chance for snowflakes, particularly in a few regions.

Historic Southeast Winter Weather: Rare Snow Predicted

According to meteorologist Jane Minar from FOX Weather, the likelihood of measurable snow is decreasing. Originally, forecasts indicated that certain areas could see sufficient snow to warrant plowing. However, a developing storm is expected to draw moisture away before an anticipated arctic blast arrives.

Areas Most Likely to Experience Snow

Florida Panhandle
Southern Georgia
Eastern Carolinas
Augusta, Georgia
Columbia, South Carolina
Raleigh, North Carolina

While many southeastern cities like Charleston, South Carolina, and Savannah, Georgia, will likely experience rain instead of snow, the conditions are favorable for snow in a corridor stretching from the Gulf Coast northward. The snow is expected to materialize mainly on elevated surfaces, with temperatures hovering slightly above freezing.

Historical Context

If measurable snow does accumulate in the Florida Panhandle, it would set a historic precedent. Cities like Pensacola and Tallahassee have never reported two consecutive winters with measurable snowfall. The last significant snow event in January 2025 recorded 8.9 inches in Pensacola, breaking a 130-year record for the region.

As forecasts are refined, the Hurricane Hunters are scheduled to collect real-time data from the storm, which will determine its potential impact on snowfall across the Southeast. Despite the warming temperatures impacting coastal areas, a narrow window remains for snow lovers in the South.

Forecast Summary

The rare opportunity for snow in the Southeast is drawing interest as forecasters monitor the evolving conditions. As the effects of the storm are evaluated, residents await the possibility of a rare winter wonderland.