Forest City Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Forest City get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Forest City in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Forest City averages 44.4 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Mason City Muni Ap (27.9 km away). Snow season usually runs Nov through Apr, and Jan is the snowiest month (11.3 in). A typical winter brings about 13.4 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 4.3 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Forest City get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Forest City 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.
Forest City snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Forest City yet this season.
Average snowfall in Forest City
That is more snow than 62% of the 3,058 US places we track, and above the Iowa average of 34.2 inches.
Station: Mason City Muni Ap (NOAA USW00014940), elevation 373 m, 27.9 km from Forest City. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Forest City
- Garner 44.4″/yr
- Clear Lake 44.4″/yr
- Mason City 44.4″/yr
- Fort Dodge 39.0″/yr
- Estherville 41.5″/yr
- Waverly 39.1″/yr
- Spirit Lake 41.5″/yr
- Spencer 43.3″/yr
- Cresco 40.3″/yr
- Cedar Falls 39.1″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Forest City today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Forest City from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Forest City get a year?
On average 44.4 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Mason City Muni Ap.
What is the snowiest month in Forest City?
Jan, with an average of 11.3 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.