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Here’s Where You Can Watch It Snow In Real Time In the North Carolina Mountains

According to the calendar it is not winter yet. But tell that to the North Carolina mountains. More snow is expected today but how can we in the flatter parts…

Watch It Snow In Real Time Today In The North Carolina Mountains

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According to the calendar it is not winter yet. But tell that to the North Carolina mountains. More snow is expected today but how can we in the flatter parts of the tar heel state see the white stuff. Here's where you can watch it snow in real time today in the North Carolina mountains.

Several counties in the western part of North Carolina are under a Winter Weather Advisory until 4 today (Wednesday). This according to our source, The Charlotte Observer. The National Weather Service Advisory says “The highest snowfall totals are expected in the western and northern parts of the county, especially along the Tennessee border,”“Locations in the eastern part of Avery County may only see a dusting of snow.” For more details, get them here from the Charlotte Observer.

Up to three inches of snow are expected in the North Carolina mountains today. Watch it snow in real time today in the North Carolina mountains via a very special resort cam. Check out snowfall in Banner Elk, Beech Mountain, and Boone/Blowing Rock. You can get a great view of resorts in that area via Resort Cams.

Five North Carolina Ski Resorts That Aren’t Too Far From Charlotte

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.

Appalachian Ski Mountain

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

Read more at: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/charlottefive/c5-travel/article268579807.html#storylink=cpy

Sugar Mountain Resort

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.

Beech Mountain Resort

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.

Wolf Ridge Ski Resort

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!

Cataloochee Ski Area

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!

Catherine Lane is the morning show co-host and midday host on Country 1037 in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been with the station for the past 24 years and is a recipient of the Academy of Country Music Major Market Personality of the Year award. Catherine has been on air in both radio and television in the Queen City for 38 years. As a content creator for Country 1037, Catherine writes blogs on local events and restaurants. She also writes about great travel spots and out of the way places in the Carolinas. Anything outdoors, travel, food, animals or the many country artists from the Carolinas.