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❄️ How to winter in Raleigh

Raleigh’s 2024 winter weather forecast
The NC State Capitol covered in snow in 2022.
Will winter 2023-24 bring snow to rival 2022’s? | Photo by RALtoday
We know the question on your mind, Raleighites — 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 Raleigh 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 on Thursday, Dec. 21.

Temperature

We could go either way. This winter, Raleigh shows equal chances of above normal, near normal, or below normal temperatures.

Precipitation

Expect slightly more precipitation. Raleigh has a 60-70% chance of seeing below normal/higher than average snow and rainfall amounts this winter.

Drought

Drought conditions are expected to improve this season.

December

Temperatures in December usually fall around 44.9° and don’t typically exceed 56.1° or drop below 34.9°. With a possibility of a wetter winter, this month may see rain, sleet, and snow as you prep for the holidays.

January

In January, Raleighites can expect an average of 41.6° and usually never above 50° or below 36°. January is our coldest month of the year — bet on this month for snow.

February

Temps in this month fall around 45.2° and typically stay in the range of 53.9° to 34.8°. As the weather wanes a tad warmer, plan ahead with some indoor activities to spring into the next season.
Asked

The most wonderful time of year to get out and explore the city is…
A. Spring
B. Summer
C. Fall
D. Winter
Let us snow
 
Events
Wednesday, Nov. 29
  • Home Free: Home for the Holidays Tour | Wednesday, Nov. 29 | 8 p.m. | Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South St., Raleigh | $20-$60 | Enjoy a collection of holiday music to ring in the season.
Thursday, Nov. 30
Friday, Dec. 1
  • Holiday Sip & Shop | Friday, Dec. 1 | 6-8 p.m. | Rocky Mountain Chocolate, 8521 Brier Creek Pkwy., Ste. 103, Raleigh | Free | Before the festive tree lighting at Brier Creek, pop in for some complimentary hot cocoa + seasonal treat discounts.
  • First Friday Raleigh at Curate Downtown | Friday, Dec. 1 | 6-9 p.m. | Curate Downtown, 15 W. Hargett St., Raleigh | Free | Shop Curate after hours as part of First Friday with a DIY martini succulent event from The Houseplant Hippie.
100+ more events
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Travel

✨ Here’s looking at you, New Year: Ring in 2024 in Casablanca-style
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Enjoy glitz, glamour...and gingerbread — in addition to New Year’s celebrations, the hotel will be hosting its National Gingerbread House Competition through Jan. 2. | Photo provided by The Omni Grove Park Inn
Pull out your cocktail attire, because this New Year’s party will not disappoint.

Ring in the New Year with The Omni Grove Park Inn and experience an eventful weekend paired with Casablanca-style celebrations. Look forward to:
  • A live comedy show on Saturday, Dec. 30., headlined by Keith Alberstadt
  • A five-course plated Heritage Dinner on Sunday, Dec. 31, accompanied by a live jazz band and a pre-dinner cocktail hour
  • A New Year’s Eve After Party, Casablanca at Grove Park at 9:45 p.m. on New Year’s Eve, featuring live music, dancing, special guest performers, and a Moroccan-style silent DJ area
Get exclusive access to the comedy show + after party (available to package guests only) with the Heritage Plated Dinner New Year’s Package, offering:
  • Overnight accommodations
  • Tickets to the comedy show
  • Heritage Dinner + cocktail hour
  • Tickets to the Casablanca at Grove Park after party
  • Overnight valet
  • Breakfast buffet at the Blue Ridge Restaurant
All events are 21+ and tickets are available one per registered guest.
Book your stay
News Notes
Open
  • Local coffee shop + bean vendor 321 Coffee has opened its own roasting facility with accessible innovations in partnership with Lenovo. Touch-screen tablets and an innovative system help the process of making coffee blends more accessible to 321’s employees with disabilities. (Triangle Business Journal)
Transit
  • Share your thoughts and learn more about the Wake Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) program through meetings with planners and working sessions for each corridor. Raleigh residents have the opportunity to participate + engage in sessions all through December — the next meeting is tomorrow, Nov. 30 at Durant Nature Preserve.
Try This
  • Are you a Swiftie or part of the BeyHive? Join Mon Macron on Sunday, Dec. 3 in Cary and Sunday, Dec. 10 in Raleigh for a “Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé” celebration with printed treats + Beyoncé songs blasting. Swifties can head to Alchemy tomorrow, Nov. 30 for a Taylor Takeover.
Community
  • Keep your neighbors cozy during these cold months through Warmth for Wake, a program that provides firewood, space heaters, and heating bill assistance for those in need. You can contribute your time, an extra space heater, viable logs for fire, equipment, or a financial donation to this cause.
Asked
  • It’s the holiday season, and we’re wondering what Christmas trees our readers prefer. Let us know if you like a real or artificial tree and all the best spots in Raleigh + beyond to purchase live trees.
Ranked
  • Raleigh ranked as the No. 5 best large college town and No. 9 overall by WalletHub. The City of Oaks did especially well in the social environment + academic and economic opportunities categories — we’re looking at you, RTP.
Finance
  • We aren’t given many 21-month grace periods. Oil checks, doctor appointments, Tax Day... time speeds by between them. But The Ascent found a credit card offering 0% intro APR on balance transfers for 21 months — among the longest we’ve seen to avoid interest charges. Learn more.*
Seasonal
Shop
  • Which ugly Christmas sweater would you choose? We’re liking: the Santa hat-topped wine glass or the “Home Alone” print featuring Catherine O’Hara.*
 
Closing

🍕 Take one last dip

Chef Ashley Christensen to close Poole’side Pies
The facade of Poole'side Pies.
This downtown pizza spot has served the Raleigh community since 2019. | Photo by RALtoday
This is your sign to grab your last slice of sausage alla vodka from Poole’side Pies before it’s too late. James Beard Award-winning Chef Ashley Christensen announced that the downtown restaurant will close after service on Saturday, Dec. 23.

But no knead to be sad — the renowned Raleigh restaurateur plans to open a new AC concept in its place in the coming months.

“This was not an easy decision but it’s one we’ve made carefully and in response to our community’s ever-evolving needs,” said Chef Christensen in a newsletter announcement.

This pizza spot, located beside the Raleigh Convention Center, has served inventive slices, fan-favorite apps like the pickle juice Caesar salad, and nostalgic summer vibes since 2019.

Though we will miss this saucy spot, we can’t wait to see what Chef Christensen has up her white jacket sleeve.
The Buy

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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Allie
From the editor
I finally started on holiday shopping this weekend, and my first stop was all the shops on Person Street. If you’re looking to score some deals + shop a bit later in the day, check out Rock Around the Block on Person Street next Thursday, Dec. 7 from 5 to 7 p.m. I can promise you’ll check something off your list and grab something for yourself, too.
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