Dover Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Dover get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Dover in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Dover averages 13.2 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Dover (2.1 km away). Snow season usually runs Dec through Mar, and Feb is the snowiest month (5.9 in). A typical winter brings about 3.4 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 1.4 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Dover get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Dover 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.
Dover snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Dover yet this season.
Average snowfall in Dover
That is more snow than 19% of the 3,058 US places we track, and below the Delaware average of 17.5 inches.
Station: Dover (NOAA USC00072730), elevation 9 m, 2.1 km from Dover. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Dover
- Smyrna 13.2″/yr
- Milford 12.8″/yr
- Middletown 20.2″/yr
- Bear 20.2″/yr
- Newark 20.2″/yr
- Wilmington 20.2″/yr
- Hockessin 20.2″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Dover today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Dover from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Dover get a year?
On average 13.2 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Dover.
What is the snowiest month in Dover?
Feb, with an average of 5.9 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.