Winter in Blowing Rock

What to Expect When Visiting in Winter

Winter Weather

Winter weather may arrive in early to mid-November and hang around through March, but most snowfall is concentrated in December, January, and February. The coldest month of the year in Blowing Rock is January, with an average low of 24°F and a high of 41°F. February is the month with the most snowfall with an average of 9.1 inches.

Average High/Low Temperature

November: 52°F high | 33°F low
December: 44°F high | 27°F low
January: 41°F high | 24°F low
February: 44°F high | 26°F low
March: 52°F high | 32°F low

Average Snowfall

November: 1.7 inches
December: 6.1 inches
January: 8.8 inches
February: 9.2 inches
March: 4.8 inches

WINTER ACTIVITIES & INTERESTS

Blowing Rock WinterFest Polar Bear Plunge Event photo featuring women in duck costumes jumping in icy water

6 Don’t Miss Blowing Rock WinterFest Events

Each year, spectators gather around the north end of Chetola Lake on the Saturday morning of WinterFest to watch this exuberant celebration of winter fun!

Cross Country Skiing Access

Cross Country Skiing enthusiasts have been coming to the mountains for years to enjoy the snow and hone their skill. The Carriage Trails at Moses Memorial Cone Park in Blowing Rock offer 25 miles of trails that are wide and well maintained year-round.

Romance on the Slopes

What’s more romantic than going on an adventure together? Whether you’re starting out brand new, or are an experienced skier/snowboarder there is nothing quite like the thrill of the slopes. Going out and getting cold while gliding down a slope, coming in and getting warm by a fire. It’s ideal for a couple’s getaway. There is also romantic dining, spa experiences, natural splendor, and more right here in Blowing Rock.

Our 5 Favorite Winter Wanders

Winter is an excellent season for exploring trails, and it shouldn’t be overlooked as it offers some great views and opportunities! Trails are often open year round and some are more conducive to winter walks than others. We’ve compiled a list of 5 of our favorite winter wanders.

Trails We Took In December

This month we strolled downtown for the Blowing Rock Art & Sculpture Trail, hiked the Robbins Trail at The Blowing Rock, trekked up Duncan Rd. at the Cone Trails, and tackled the Mountains to Sea Trail from Shulls Mill to Trout Lake. These are all trails that have open access in Winter. As always, please remember to pack plenty of water and snacks, and to do some research before you set out on your hiking experience. Read along below, and see what we’ve been up to in December. Blowing Rock Art & Sculpture Trail As we established early in

Meet the Ice Sculptors

The end of January gets downright festive in Blowing Rock during WinterFest. One of our biggest draws is the Ice Sculpture Stroll and Ice Sculpting Demonstrations in the park. Nathan Moran, the owner of Artisan Ice Sculptures has been partnering with WinterFest since 2006. Nathan loves WinterFest because everyone really goes all out with the creativity to make their businesses and ice sculptures shine.

Holiday Dining In Blowing Rock

Are you planning to spend your Christmas Holiday in Blowing Rock? The Christmas week is a great time for family celebration in Blowing Rock. Go skiing or ice skating at Appalachian Ski Mountain, enjoy small town charm in the village, stay in a unique inn or cabin, and take in the crisp winter air and scenes.

Blue Ridge Parkway announces Blowing Rock sledding hill closure due to unsafe conditions

Heavy traffic and safety concerns necessitate closure of popular, but unofficial, sledding hill at Sandy Flat Gap. Blue Ridge Parkway officials announced today that the area locally known as “Sled Hill,” near milepost 294.5, is closed effective immediately to all winter activities including sledding, tubing, skiing, and snowboarding. The hill is located at the intersection of Shulls Mill Road and the Blue Ridge Parkway. In addition to the hill closure, parking is prohibited along the nearby Parkway administrative access road and portions of Shulls Mill Road within park boundaries. “The growing popularity of winter recreation activities in this area unfortunately

Trails We Took in February

From the Middle Fork Greenway to Tanawha Trail, find plenty of paths to explore in winter! Enjoy some winter views on these February trails

Foggy Weather Suggestions

What do you do in Blowing Rock when the fog has set in and you can’t see the natural splendor? Read on for some local activity suggestions while you wait out a foggy day.

Blowing Rock WinterFest

Blowing Rock is celebrating its 27th Annual WinterFest. Blowing Rock WinterFest is a four day celebration of the winter season, and all the warm pastimes people love to do when it’s cold. From the icy waters of the Polar Bear Plunge to warm drinks sipped by a fire, Blowing Rock WinterFest has them all.