While snow is a rare occurrence in Houston, historical records show it has happened sporadically over the past few decades.

Salt or the brine solution does not necessarily melt ice or snow with increased heat. It merely brings the freezing point of water to lower temperatures. At the molecular level, the salt molecules get in the way of the bonding water molecules helping it not to freeze.

Texas' latest winter storm created the rare sight of snow on a Galveston beach. Here's how many inches fell throughout the state.