Cold Weather Advisory Issued for Avery County, NC
Cold Weather Advisory Issued for Avery County, NC
US · Published Jan 20, 2026
A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect for Avery County, NC, and high-altitude areas of Mitchell and Yancey Counties until Tuesday noon.
Wind chills as low as -10°F are expected, posing risks of frostbite and hypothermia.
Residents are advised to dress in layers, cover exposed skin, limit outdoor time, and check on vulnerable individuals.
Advisory in effect for multiple counties
A Cold Weather Advisory has been issued for Avery County, North Carolina, effective until noon on Tuesday. This advisory also extends to areas above 3500 feet in Mitchell and Yancey Counties. Residents in these regions should prepare for wind chills as low as -10°F.
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