From the local paper:
With a warm February that saw temperatures climb into the 60s and 70s, several area ski mountains felt the pinch of the weather.
Beech Mountain Resort, located in the town of Beech Mountain, closed its slopes for the season on Feb. 24 in response to the recent extended stretch of abnormally warm February temperatures. ...
I got a new coat and hat for my birthday. Haven't worn either since.