Prior to the recent flurries, the National Weather Service last recorded snowfall in Wilmington on Jan. 29, 2022 — reporting a total half inch, according to the Wilmington N.C. Snowfall Database. Also, on Jan. 10, a system brought sleet to the area before turning into rain.

Wilmington and its surrounding area are under a Winter Storm Warning issued by the National Weather Service beginning Tuesday night at 9 and lasting until 8 a.m. Wednesday. Snow is expected, according to the NWS, with total accumulations up to five inches near the coast with higher amounts possible in some areas.

In its morning winter storm warning, the National Weather Service in Wilmington said the Wilmington area could pile on 3 to 4 inches of snowfall. However, the National Weather Service in Raleigh predicts 4 to 6 inches of snow in the Wilmington area as of 12:30 p.m.

Florida's capital city could be in line for a historic and thrilling snow day as a freak winter storm slides across the Gulf Coast.

A once in a lifetime weather event turned into pure winter magic for these , Florida silblings! Pictured: Greyson (9) and Arlington (7) Photographer: Dixie Daimwood (Mom). Location: Bradfordville/Bann

Florida's capital city could be in line for a historic and thrilling snow day or a harrowing ice storm as a freak winter storm slides across the Gulf Coast.

The record snowfall comes as a significant winter storm is sweeping across parts of the Gulf Coast, including the Florida Panhandle. Winter Storm Warnings are in effect across North Florida and the entire Panhandle.