Charlotte Metro Hit by Winter Storm, Mountains See Heaviest Snowfall

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A winter storm swept through the Charlotte metro area on Friday, January 10, 2025, bringing snow, sleet, and freezing rain. The National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Warning for the region, effective from 7 a.m. Friday until 7 a.m. Saturday. Communities in the mountains saw the heaviest snowfall, while areas further south experienced lighter accumulations.

Meteorologists from WCNC Charlotte provided a city-by-city breakdown of expected snowfall. Boone, located in the mountains, reported 4 inches of snow, while Lancaster, South Carolina, saw just a tenth of an inch. Freezing rain was also reported in several areas, with Monroe recording just under a tenth of an inch, and Gastonia, Rock Hill, and Longview each reporting five-hundredths of an inch.

Brittany Van Voorhees, a meteorologist with WCNC Charlotte, shared the latest snow and sleet totals late Friday evening. “Mountain communities saw the most snow as predicted, with Boone reporting 4 inches accumulated,” Van Voorhees said. “Areas further south, like Lancaster, saw minimal snowfall.”

The storm caused icy conditions on roads across the Charlotte metro area, leading to hazardous driving conditions. Authorities urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel and to use caution when venturing out. The Weather Impact Team at WCNC Charlotte continued to monitor the situation, providing updates throughout the day.

Residents shared photos and videos of the winter weather on social media, showcasing the varying impacts across the region. The storm marked the first significant winter weather event of the season for the Charlotte area, with more cold weather expected in the coming weeks.