Anchorage Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Anchorage get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Anchorage in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Anchorage averages 77.9 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Anchorage Intl Ap (8.8 km away). Snow season usually runs Oct through Apr, and Dec is the snowiest month (18.2 in). A typical winter brings about 21.8 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 8.6 days with 3 inches or more. So far in the 2026–27 season the biggest storm near Anchorage was Sep 30 – Oct 1, 2026, when 5.2 inches was reported in 8 SE Eagle River.
How much snow did Anchorage get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Anchorage in the last 72 hours (checked Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Refreshing…
| Location | Snow | Reported | Source |
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Storm-total reports from NWS spotters, CoCoRaHS observers and official stations. Preliminary — totals can rise as later reports arrive.
Anchorage snowfall totals by storm, 2026–27 so far
Largest report within 16 miles of Anchorage for each snow event of the 2026–27 season so far, newest first.
| Storm | Top total | Where | Reports |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30 – Oct 1, 2026 | 5.2″ | 8 SE Eagle River | 5 |
Average snowfall in Anchorage
That is more snow than 94% of the 3,058 US places we track, and below the Alaska average of 87.3 inches.
Station: Anchorage Intl Ap (NOAA USW00026451), elevation 37 m, 8.8 km from Anchorage. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Anchorage
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Anchorage today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Anchorage from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Anchorage get a year?
On average 77.9 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Anchorage Intl Ap.
What is the biggest snowstorm in Anchorage so far in 2026–27?
The Sep 30 – Oct 1, 2026 storm, with 5.2 inches reported in 8 SE Eagle River.
What is the snowiest month in Anchorage?
Dec, with an average of 18.2 inches.
Why do snowfall totals differ between nearby towns?
Elevation, distance from the coast or lakes, and narrow snow bands can change totals by several inches within a few miles. Reports are also taken at different times during a storm.