Charlotte records measurable snow on consecutive days for first time since 2018

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Charlotte recorded measurable snowfall for the first time in over six years this week, according to Chief Meteorologist Brad Panovich. 

Wednesday and Thursday’s snowfall didn’t lead to significant accumulation in the Queen City, but it was the first time we’d had measurable snow since December 2018, when just over 1.5 inches of snow fell on Dec. 9-10. 

A burst of snow moved into the Charlotte area on Thursday morning, with accumulation on roads and grassy surfaces across the region. Thursday’s snow led to numerous crashes, including multiple wrecks on Interstate 85 in Rowan County that caused significant delays. 

Panovich said the heaviest snow moved into Rowan County by 10 a.m. with the final line of wintry precipitation moving out of the Charlotte area by around 1 p.m.

Once the snow ends, temperatures are expected to reach the upper 30s with sunshine and wind. Meteorologist Brittany Van Voorhees says conditions will improve quickly, but a blustery wind will make it feel like temperatures are in the 20s.