Chatham (Sangamon Co.) Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Chatham get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Chatham in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Chatham averages 21.8 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Springfield Capital Ap (18.8 km away). Snow season usually runs Nov through Mar, and Jan is the snowiest month (6.7 in). A typical winter brings about 6.2 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 2.2 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Chatham get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Chatham 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.
Chatham snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Chatham yet this season.
Average snowfall in Chatham
That is more snow than 29% of the 3,058 US places we track, and below the Illinois average of 31.2 inches.
Station: Springfield Capital Ap (NOAA USW00093822), elevation 181 m, 18.8 km from Chatham. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Chatham
- Springfield 21.8″/yr
- Taylorville 13.9″/yr
- Jacksonville 16.2″/yr
- Lincoln 19.3″/yr
- Decatur 13.6″/yr
- Godfrey 16.6″/yr
- Alton 16.6″/yr
- Wood River 10.8″/yr
- Edwardsville 10.8″/yr
- Pekin 26.2″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Chatham today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Chatham from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Chatham get a year?
On average 21.8 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Springfield Capital Ap.
What is the snowiest month in Chatham?
Jan, with an average of 6.7 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.