The first day of winter in 2025 in the local Walton and Gwinnett County areas arrived on Sunday, Dec. 21 along with the rest of the country – and here it felt a little like a gentle shift rather than a dramatic freeze. In fact, it may have felt more like a continuation of fall – and a pretty mild one at that.
With most of the local downtown Christmas events done, the area settled into a quieter rhythm – except for the rush of last minute shoppers. It’s usually a season that invites warm coffee, layered jackets, and a slower pace that feels distinctly small-town Southern. But with a sunny high of 75 degress expected on Christmas day, it may feel a little more like a tropical Christmas.
However, don’t get too comfortable – we still have three months of winter to go so we’re sure to feel its bite before the arrival of Spring 2026. Don’t let this mild Christmas Day weather fool you. We still may have an opportunity to break out the snow boots before the first day of Spring 2026 arrives on March 20…