Could weekend snow delay the monks’ trip to Raleigh? What we know

The group of monks walking for peace making their way toward Raleigh could run into some severe weather as they approach the Triangle.

The winter storm expected to hit central North Carolina could generate multiple inches of snow this weekend, around the time the monks are expected to arrive in Raleigh, The News & Observer previously reported.

Could the monks’ journey to the state’s capital be delayed? Here’s what you need to know.

Will winter weather impact the monks’ journey?

Maybe. The monks are ready for whatever the weather brings, traveling alongside a caravan of support vehicles stocked with warm layers, hats and sturdy footwear to keep them safe, WSOC reported.

But with the monks slated to reach Raleigh on Saturday, they could encounter the harshest weather they’ve seen during their journey. The Triangle could get up to 8 inches of snow Saturday night, with another 3 inches expected the following morning.

The N&O reached out to the monks through their social media pages to find out how they would deal with the weather but did not immediately hear back.

How to track the monks

You can track the monks online by using the official Walk for Peace live tracking map, which shows their route and their approximate daily progress. You can follow along at dhammacetiya.com/walk-for-peace/live-map. You can also follow along through their Facebook page at facebook.com/walkforpeaceusa.

How to support the monks

You can support the monks by making an online donation to help fund the walk and support their mission through their official donation page on Zeffy. You can also send donations directly via Zelle using huongdaovip2018@yahoo.com.

This story was originally published January 20, 2026 at 1:41 PM.

Evan Moore

The Charlotte Observer

Evan Moore is a service journalism reporter for the Charlotte Observer. He grew up in Denver, North Carolina, where he previously worked as a reporter for the Denver Citizen, and is a UNC Charlotte graduate.