(WGHP) — Snowfall across North Carolina varies greatly from the coast to the mountains.

Our mountains often experience snow in the highest elevations as early as October, and there will be many events during the season with more than 25 episodes on some of the highest elevations. Along the coast, snow does not even fall every winter.

Most of North Carolina averages at least 2 inches of snow, and, as you travel north and west, those normal amounts climb steadily.

By the time you reach the Piedmont Triad, we average 7-10 inches per season. I don't say winter season because we have had snowfall in late fall and into early spring.

By the time you reach the mountains, the higher elevations lead to a colder climate and greater snowfall. Most of our mountains get at least 20 inches, and areas

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