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

North Carolina's coast was the "winner" for this winter storm, with parts of the Outer Banks getting 9 inches of snow.

While snowfall amounts were trending down in North Carolina, they have spiked up: ‘heavy snow possible’ at the Outer Banks with a half foot of snow forecast Tuesday night.

A winter storm watch could be issued Sunday for the North Carolina coast, including Wilmington areas, as the chances of snow Tuesday night increase, forecasters said.