Bear Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Bear get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Bear in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Bear averages 20.2 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Wilmington New Castle Co Ap (6.9 km away). Snow season usually runs Dec through Mar, and Feb is the snowiest month (7.8 in). A typical winter brings about 5.3 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 2 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Bear get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Bear in the last 72 hours (checked Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Refreshing…
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Storm-total reports from NWS spotters, CoCoRaHS observers and official stations. Preliminary — totals can rise as later reports arrive.
Bear snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Bear yet this season.
Average snowfall in Bear
That is more snow than 27% of the 3,058 US places we track, and above the Delaware average of 17.5 inches.
Station: Wilmington New Castle Co Ap (NOAA USW00013781), elevation 24 m, 6.9 km from Bear. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Bear
- Newark 20.2″/yr
- Wilmington 20.2″/yr
- Hockessin 20.2″/yr
- Middletown 20.2″/yr
- Smyrna 13.2″/yr
- Dover 13.2″/yr
- Milford 12.8″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Bear today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Bear from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Bear get a year?
On average 20.2 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Wilmington New Castle Co Ap.
What is the snowiest month in Bear?
Feb, with an average of 7.8 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.