1. Snow beneath the sand in Pensacola Beach
Come down to the beach and sink your toes into the snow? Believe it or not, this TikTok shows a layer of sand covering a blanket of snow on the beach of Pensacola, Florida.
2. Snowflakes on the shore of Panama City Beach
Snow and sea meet as Panama City, Florida, saw a record of up to 5 inches of snow. Take in the wintry atmosphere of this popular spring break location.
3. Touching snow for the first time
Seeing people playing in the snow on TV is a bit different from experiencing it in person. This user was surprised to feel his first bite of frost when he grabbed a bunch of snow with his bare hands.
4. A southern husky’s first snow day
This adorable husky felt right at home when it snowed in her Savannah, GA, backyard. Grab the sled because this dog is ready to lead the way!
5. Colleges cancel classes
College kids at the University of Georgia went wild for their snow day, shouting, “No school tomorrow!” from their dorms and running out to play. Because let’s be real, there’s no age limit on celebrating cancelled classes for a day of snowy fun.
6. Not everyone gets a snow day
While some students were enjoying a much-needed snow day, others still had to brave the blizzard on campus. Even a light snowfall can disrupt daily life in Southern cities, leading to school closures and travel advisories for safety reasons.
7. Skiing in the streets
Who needs mountains when you have snowy roads? This adventurous skier made the most of the snowstorm by turning the streets of Atlanta into their own ski slope.
8. From the sandwalks of Arrakis to the snowwalks of Atlanta
Sci-fi fans will love this TikTok comparing the snow-covered streets in Atlanta to the sandy world of “Dune.” Just like Paul Atreides and the Fremen on Arrakis, it seemed like southerners were living on a different planet.
9. Having some “Frozen” fun
TikTok is known for its users’ creative use of sounds from TV and movies, and this snowy event was no exception. This TikTok reimagines an argument between Anna and Elsa from Disney’s “Frozen.” Who needs Arendelle when you’ve got this level of commitment?
10. The “snowtalgia” begins
As quickly as it arrives, the snow in the South melts away. The viral “My Shayla” TikTok sound perfectly expresses the hilarious and heartfelt goodbye to the snow.