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Central NC hit by second winter storm of the year. Check out photos

By Scott Sharpe

A winter storm impacted the whole state of North Carolina, Saturday, with many in Raleigh feeling somewhat left out of the action as a “dry slot” kept much of the moisture out of the immediate area.

Here are photos from around the Triangle and the I-95 area. Check back for more throughout the weekend.

The moon sets as seen from the Boylan Avenue bridge in Raleigh, N.C., Sunday morning, Feb. 1, 2026.
The moon sets as seen from the Boylan Avenue bridge in Raleigh, N.C., Sunday morning, Feb. 1, 2026. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
Sledders walk past Thomas Dambo’s Daddy Bird Eye troll at Dix Park in Raleigh, N.C., Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026.
Sledders walk past Thomas Dambo’s Daddy Bird Eye troll at Dix Park in Raleigh, N.C., Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
Paige Rowe takes a breather after sledding down one of the hills at Dix Park in Raleigh, N.C., Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026.
Paige Rowe takes a breather after sledding down one of the hills at Dix Park in Raleigh, N.C., Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
Margot Chappel sleds down Demerius Street on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, in Durham, N.C.
Margot Chappel sleds down Demerius Street on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, in Durham, N.C. Kaitlin McKeown The News & Observer
An aerial view shows snow along U.S. 64 and the Neuse River in Raleigh on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026. According to the National Weather Service, the winter storm from Jan. 31 to Feb. 1 brought about 2 to 3 inches of snow to Raleigh, with some areas of Wake County reporting up to 3 inches. Snowfall totals across the Triangle were generally lower than amounts reported in parts of the Piedmont and along the North Carolina coast.
An aerial view shows snow along U.S. 64 and the Neuse River in Raleigh on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026. According to the National Weather Service, the winter storm from Jan. 31 to Feb. 1 brought about 2 to 3 inches of snow to Raleigh, with some areas of Wake County reporting up to 3 inches. Snowfall totals across the Triangle were generally lower than amounts reported in parts of the Piedmont and along the North Carolina coast. Travis Long tlong@newsobserver.com
An aerial view of a snow-covered neighborhood in Raleigh, Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026.
An aerial view of a snow-covered neighborhood in Raleigh, Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026. Travis Long tlong@newsobserver.com
Scott Mizerak and his son Waylon, 10, of Raleigh sled down one of the hills at Dix Park in Raleigh, N.C., Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026.
Scott Mizerak and his son Waylon, 10, of Raleigh sled down one of the hills at Dix Park in Raleigh, N.C., Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
Joshua Feliz, 8, sleds down one of the hills at Dix Park in Raleigh, N.C., Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026.
Joshua Feliz, 8, sleds down one of the hills at Dix Park in Raleigh, N.C., Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
Grey Morris, right, and his brother Cooper sled down one of the hills at Dix Park in Raleigh, N.C., Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026.
Grey Morris, right, and his brother Cooper sled down one of the hills at Dix Park in Raleigh, N.C., Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
From left, Brandon Bielat, Holly Buickerood and Darcy Ficek head down a hill at Dix Park in Raleigh, N.C., Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026.
From left, Brandon Bielat, Holly Buickerood and Darcy Ficek head down a hill at Dix Park in Raleigh, N.C., Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
Carlos Martinez with Deliberate Fast Towing in Zebulon hooks up a vehicle Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026. The Subaru was hit overnight on a snowy street. Martinez said he started his shift at 5 a.m. and he has been going to call after call all day.
Carlos Martinez with Deliberate Fast Towing in Zebulon hooks up a vehicle Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026. The Subaru was hit overnight on a snowy street. Martinez said he started his shift at 5 a.m. and he has been going to call after call all day. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
Snow covers portions of Green Street on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, in Durham, N.C.
Snow covers portions of Green Street on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, in Durham, N.C. Kaitlin McKeown The News & Observer
Scott Vancil shovels snow from a sidewalk on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, in Durham, N.C.
Scott Vancil shovels snow from a sidewalk on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, in Durham, N.C. Kaitlin McKeown The News & Observer
Addison Hsia, 12, and Blythe Virdin, 12, sled down Demerius Street on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, in Durham, N.C.
Addison Hsia, 12, and Blythe Virdin, 12, sled down Demerius Street on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, in Durham, N.C. Kaitlin McKeown The News & Observer
Karthik Sundaramoorthy shovels snow from his driveway on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, in Durham, N.C.
Karthik Sundaramoorthy shovels snow from his driveway on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026, in Durham, N.C. Kaitlin McKeown The News & Observer
An aerial view shows snow covering much of downtown Raleigh on Sunday morning, Feb. 1, 2026. According to the National Weather Service, the winter storm from Jan. 31 to Feb. 1 brought about 2 to 3 inches of snow to Raleigh, with some areas of Wake County reporting up to 3 inches. Snowfall totals across the Triangle were generally lower than amounts reported in parts of the Piedmont and along the North Carolina coast.
An aerial view shows snow covering much of downtown Raleigh on Sunday morning, Feb. 1, 2026. According to the National Weather Service, the winter storm from Jan. 31 to Feb. 1 brought about 2 to 3 inches of snow to Raleigh, with some areas of Wake County reporting up to 3 inches. Snowfall totals across the Triangle were generally lower than amounts reported in parts of the Piedmont and along the North Carolina coast. Travis Long tlong@newsobserver.com
Former mayor Charles Meeker cleans off his vehicle in Raleigh, N.C., Sunday morning, Feb. 1, 2026.
Former mayor Charles Meeker cleans off his vehicle in Raleigh, N.C., Sunday morning, Feb. 1, 2026. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
Downtown Raleigh is snow covered Sunday morning, Feb. 1, 2026.
Downtown Raleigh is snow covered Sunday morning, Feb. 1, 2026. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
A dog enjoy an early morning walk in Raleigh, N.C., Sunday morning, Feb. 1, 2026.
A dog enjoy an early morning walk in Raleigh, N.C., Sunday morning, Feb. 1, 2026. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
Light snow falls on a cold and windy night in downtown Raleigh, N.C., Saturday evening, Jan. 31, 2026.
Light snow falls on a cold and windy night in downtown Raleigh, N.C., Saturday evening, Jan. 31, 2026. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
Several inches of snow begin to accumulate in downtown Chapel Hill on Saturday afternoon, Jan. 31, 2026, as a winter storm brings snow and freezing temperatures to the region.
Several inches of snow begin to accumulate in downtown Chapel Hill on Saturday afternoon, Jan. 31, 2026, as a winter storm brings snow and freezing temperatures to the region. Travis Long tlong@newsobserver.com
Muhua Liu and Paul Jaskowski enjoy the snow in the Glenwood South district in Raleigh, N.C., Saturday evening, Jan. 31, 2026.
Muhua Liu and Paul Jaskowski enjoy the snow in the Glenwood South district in Raleigh, N.C., Saturday evening, Jan. 31, 2026. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
People walk through a snow-covered parking lot in downtown Durham on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026.
People walk through a snow-covered parking lot in downtown Durham on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026. Kaitlin McKeown The News & Observer
A person walks with a dog along snow-covered streets in downtown Durham on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026.
A person walks with a dog along snow-covered streets in downtown Durham on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026. Kaitlin McKeown The News & Observer
W. North Street in the Glenwood South district in Raleigh is covered in snow Saturday evening, Jan. 31, 2026.
W. North Street in the Glenwood South district in Raleigh is covered in snow Saturday evening, Jan. 31, 2026. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
People run along Chapel Hill Street as snow falls on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, in downtown Durham, N.C.
People run along Chapel Hill Street as snow falls on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, in downtown Durham, N.C. Kaitlin McKeown The News & Observer
W. North Street in the Glenwood South district in Raleigh is covered in snow Saturday evening, Jan. 31, 2026.
W. North Street in the Glenwood South district in Raleigh is covered in snow Saturday evening, Jan. 31, 2026. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
People ride bicycles as snow falls in downtown Durham on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026.
People ride bicycles as snow falls in downtown Durham on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026. Kaitlin McKeown The News & Observer
Diners at the Waffle House in Kenly watch the snow fall mid-morning in Johnston County.
Diners at the Waffle House in Kenly watch the snow fall mid-morning in Johnston County. Scott Sharpe ssharpe@newsobserver.co
A couple take a selfie in Glenwood South in Raleigh, N.C., Saturday evening, Jan. 31, 2026.
A couple take a selfie in Glenwood South in Raleigh, N.C., Saturday evening, Jan. 31, 2026. Ethan Hyman ehyman@newsobserver.com
UNC-Chapel Hill students play in the snow along Franklin Street in Chapel Hill on Saturday afternoon, Jan. 31, 2026, as a winter storm brings snow and freezing temperatures to the region.
UNC-Chapel Hill students play in the snow along Franklin Street in Chapel Hill on Saturday afternoon, Jan. 31, 2026, as a winter storm brings snow and freezing temperatures to the region. Travis Long tlong@newsobserver.com
Logan Cano blows snow from a sidewalk along Broadway Street on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, in Durham, N.C.
Logan Cano blows snow from a sidewalk along Broadway Street on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, in Durham, N.C. Kaitlin McKeown The News & Observer
Snow falls as traffic moves along Interstate 85 on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, in Durham, N.C.
Snow falls as traffic moves along Interstate 85 on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, in Durham, N.C. Kaitlin McKeown The News & Observer
Snow falls as traffic moves along Interstate 85 on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, in Durham, N.C.
Snow falls as traffic moves along Interstate 85 on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, in Durham, N.C. Kaitlin McKeown The News & Observer
A smiley face is drawn in snow on the window of a car parked in Chapel Hill on Saturday afternoon, Jan. 31, 2026, as a winter storm brings snow and freezing temperatures to the region.
A smiley face is drawn in snow on the window of a car parked in Chapel Hill on Saturday afternoon, Jan. 31, 2026, as a winter storm brings snow and freezing temperatures to the region. Travis Long tlong@newsobserver.com
A horse stands as snow begins to fall Saturday afternoon at Sunrise Community Farm Center in Orange County.
A horse stands as snow begins to fall Saturday afternoon at Sunrise Community Farm Center in Orange County. Mark Schultz mschultz@newsobserver.com
A person walks past a mural as snow falls on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, in downtown Durham, N.C.
A person walks past a mural as snow falls on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, in downtown Durham, N.C. Kaitlin McKeown The News & Observer
Snow begins to accumulate on the edges of I-95 as drivers head south near Micro in Johnston County, Saturday morning.
Snow begins to accumulate on the edges of I-95 as drivers head south near Micro in Johnston County, Saturday morning. Scott Sharpe ssharpe@newsobserver.com
A snowplow clears snow on East Cameron Avenue in Chapel Hill on Saturday afternoon, Jan. 31, 2026, as a winter storm brings snow and freezing temperatures to the region.
A snowplow clears snow on East Cameron Avenue in Chapel Hill on Saturday afternoon, Jan. 31, 2026, as a winter storm brings snow and freezing temperatures to the region. Travis Long tlong@newsobserver.com
UNC-Chapel Hill students play in the snow along Franklin Street in Chapel Hill on Saturday afternoon, Jan. 31, 2026, as a winter storm brings snow and freezing temperatures to the region.
UNC-Chapel Hill students play in the snow along Franklin Street in Chapel Hill on Saturday afternoon, Jan. 31, 2026, as a winter storm brings snow and freezing temperatures to the region. Travis Long tlong@newsobserver.com

This story was originally published January 31, 2026 at 4:28 PM.

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