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

Snow fell on North Carolina beaches, making for a surreal sight along the coast. The rare blast of snow covered the sand and boardwalks as a winter storm hit the area overnight Tuesday, Jan. 21, into Wednesday, Jan. 22, according to the National Weather Service and photos shared on social media.

As residents around central North Carolina experienced snow Tuesday night, the greatest threat for snow in the state was along the coast.

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

The Trump administration has fired U.S. Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Linda Lee Fagan, the first female uniformed leader of an armed forces branch, the Department of Homeland Security said on Tuesday.