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Winter weather forecast in Winston-Salem

Let’s take a look at temperatures during the 2024-2025 winter season.

WStoday: Downtown Winston-Salem winter with snowfall

The last major snowstorm in the Twin City occurred January 2017 where Winstonians experienced about eight inches of snow.

Photo by @tim_hutch via Instagram

We know the question on your mind, Winstonians — when’s it going to get 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 what winter will bring.

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

Temperature

Think cooler weather. This season, the Twin City has a 40-50% chance of temperatures leaning above normal.

WStoday: 2024 Winter outlook seasonal temperature graph

Winston-Salem is notable for snow showers and cold temperatures during winter months.

Photo via NOAA

Precipitation

Slightly less precipitation. Winston-Salem has a 33-40% chance of seeing below-normal averages of snow and rainfall amounts this winter.

Drought

Drought conditions are not expected this season.

December

Winston-Salem’s average temperature in December ranges between 33°F and 51°F. Winstonians can expect temperatures to be slightly warmer than usual.

January

Historically, lows in January are 30°F on average, with highs of 49°F. January tends to be Winston-Salem’s coldest month. It’s possible Winstonians may see some snowfall, but don’t get your hopes up, snow lovers — experts predict less snow than usual this season. Bonus: here are the NOAA’s winter safety tips.

February

February gets a little warmer in Winston-Salem with an average low temperature of 31°F and an average high of 53°F, so expect to be closer to those highs as spring approaches. Chances of rain slightly decreases this month and you can look forward to more daylight.

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