If you blinked, you might have missed it — but on February 1, 2026, Port Royal got another legit snowfall. The National Weather Service reported 3.5 inches just west of town (3 W Port Royal). That’s not a dusting; that’s a full‑on Lowcountry snow day.
Why This Is So Unusual
Port Royal doesn’t exactly build its seasonal identity around snow. Climate stats show only 0.4 snowfall days per year on average, and February typically sees just 0.1 snowfall days. In other words: we’re supposed to rarely see this.
Two Winters in a Row
What makes this even wilder? This wasn’t a once‑in‑a‑decade fluke. The Charleston NWS office documented a winter storm on Jan 21–22, 2025—meaning the Lowcountry has now seen measurable snow two winters in a row.
That’s the kind of pattern locals notice, and it instantly turns into a townwide photo session.
A Town That Looks Different in Snow
Port Royal is gorgeous year‑round — but a snowfall transforms the town into something surreal. Quiet streets, bright marsh edges, and a hush you don’t get in any other season. It’s the kind of moment that makes you want to grab a camera and walk the neighborhood.
Speaking of local moments, here’s another recent Port Royal piece that hit home for me:
👉 Winter Storm Enzo Impacts SC
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If you snapped any of this rare snow, drop a link in the comments. These are the moments worth remembering.
Sources:
NWS Charleston — Jan 31–Feb 1, 2026 Winter Storm
Weather‑Atlas — Port Royal February Climate Averages
NWS Charleston — Winter Storm Jan 21–22, 2025
