Sterling Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Sterling get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Sterling in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Sterling averages 28.8 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Rock Falls 3 Ne (4.7 km away). Snow season usually runs Nov through Apr, and Jan is the snowiest month (9 in). A typical winter brings about 9.3 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 3.7 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Sterling get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Sterling 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.
Sterling snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Sterling yet this season.
Average snowfall in Sterling
That is more snow than 38% of the 3,058 US places we track, and below the Illinois average of 31.2 inches.
Station: Rock Falls 3 Ne (NOAA USC00117370), elevation 207 m, 4.7 km from Sterling. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Sterling
- Dixon 31.2″/yr
- Freeport 34.5″/yr
- Kewanee 30.8″/yr
- East Moline 36.1″/yr
- Rockford 37.1″/yr
- Moline 36.1″/yr
- Loves Park 37.1″/yr
- Rock Island 36.1″/yr
- DeKalb 33.1″/yr
- Machesney Park 37.1″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Sterling today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Sterling from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Sterling get a year?
On average 28.8 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Rock Falls 3 Ne.
What is the snowiest month in Sterling?
Jan, with an average of 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.