But there have been times in the past where the pristine beaches, piers, lighthouses and landmarks get their share of white flurries.

A snowstorm is underway Tuesday night at the North Carolina Outer Banks with even Wilmington to see 5 inches of snow, officials said.

As residents around central North Carolina prepare for snow Tuesday night, the greatest threat for snow in the state will be along the coast.

While snowfall amounts were trending down in North Carolina, they have spiked up: 'heavy snow possible' at the Outer Banks with a half foot of snow forecast Tuesday night.