Ottumwa Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Ottumwa get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Ottumwa in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Ottumwa averages 23.6 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Ottumwa Industrial Ap (10.2 km away). Snow season usually runs Oct through Apr, and Jan is the snowiest month (7.1 in). A typical winter brings about 8.1 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 2.5 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Ottumwa get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Ottumwa 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.
Ottumwa snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Ottumwa yet this season.
Average snowfall in Ottumwa
That is more snow than 30% of the 3,058 US places we track, and below the Iowa average of 34.2 inches.
Station: Ottumwa Industrial Ap (NOAA USW00014950), elevation 257 m, 10.2 km from Ottumwa. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Ottumwa
- Oskaloosa 23.6″/yr
- Newton 28.7″/yr
- Coralville 27.5″/yr
- Fort Madison 18.1″/yr
- Iowa City 27.5″/yr
- Indianola 30.8″/yr
- North Liberty 29.2″/yr
- Keokuk 21.5″/yr
- Burlington 21.8″/yr
- Altoona 36.5″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Ottumwa today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Ottumwa from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Ottumwa get a year?
On average 23.6 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Ottumwa Industrial Ap.
What is the snowiest month in Ottumwa?
Jan, with an average of 7.1 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.