Valdez Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Valdez get? The largest report within 16 miles in the last 72 hours is 1.8 inches in 5 E Valdez (Oct 19, 18:53 UTC). Valdez averages 325 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Valdez Wso (0.2 km away). Snow season usually runs Oct through May, and Dec is the snowiest month (70.5 in). A typical winter brings about 56.2 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 34.1 days with 3 inches or more. So far in the 2026–27 season the biggest storm near Valdez was Oct 19, 2026, when 1.8 inches was reported in 5 E Valdez.
How much snow did Valdez get? Latest snow totals
1 locations reported snow in the last 72 hours (snapshot Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Refreshing…
| Location | Snow | Reported | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 E Valdez · Chugach Co. | 1.8″ | Oct 19, 18:53 UTC | Public |
Storm-total reports from NWS spotters, CoCoRaHS observers and official stations. Preliminary — totals can rise as later reports arrive.
Valdez snowfall totals by storm, 2026–27 so far
Largest report within 16 miles of Valdez for each snow event of the 2026–27 season so far, newest first.
| Storm | Top total | Where | Reports |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 19, 2026 | 1.8″ | 5 E Valdez | 1 |
Average snowfall in Valdez
That is more snow than 100% of the 3,058 US places we track, and above the Alaska average of 87.3 inches.
Station: Valdez Wso (NOAA USW00026442), elevation 29 m, 0.2 km from Valdez. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Valdez
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Valdez today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Valdez from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Valdez get a year?
On average 325 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Valdez Wso.
What is the biggest snowstorm in Valdez so far in 2026–27?
The Oct 19, 2026 storm, with 1.8 inches reported in 5 E Valdez.
What is the snowiest month in Valdez?
Dec, with an average of 70.5 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.