After he checks his list a couple of times, visibility in Charlotte should be clear for Santa’s sleigh as many prepare to celebrate Christmas this Wednesday, Dec. 25.
This year, the first day of Hanukkah and Christmas Day share the same date — something that’s only happened a handful of times during the last century, Vox reported . And Kwanzaa, a celebration of African culture, also begins this week on Thursday, Dec. 26, The News & Observer previously reported .
Chance of freezing rain & ice
There is a slight chance of freezing rain in the Charlotte area overnight on Monday, Dec. 23, according to the the local National Weather Service (NWS) office .
There is a “limited” accumulation risk for southern Mecklenburg County, Union County, York County and Chester County, meaning “ a light glaze of ice could cause hazardous travel conditions on bridges, overpasses and untreated or secondary roads,” the NWS says .
Will it last until the holidays? Here’s what to know.