Sioux City Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Sioux City get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Sioux City in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Sioux City averages 36.0 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Sioux City Gateway Ap (12.2 km away). Snow season usually runs Oct through Apr, and Feb is the snowiest month (8.7 in). A typical winter brings about 11.2 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 3.4 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Sioux City get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Sioux 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.
Sioux City snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Sioux City yet this season.
Average snowfall in Sioux City
That is more snow than 49% of the 3,058 US places we track, and above the Iowa average of 34.2 inches.
Station: Sioux City Gateway Ap (NOAA USW00014943), elevation 334 m, 12.2 km from Sioux City. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Sioux City
- Sheldon 40.8″/yr
- Storm Lake 36.4″/yr
- Spencer 43.3″/yr
- Council Bluffs 27.1″/yr
- Spirit Lake 41.5″/yr
- Estherville 41.5″/yr
- Fort Dodge 39.0″/yr
- Boone 35.9″/yr
- Waukee 36.5″/yr
- Grimes 38.0″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Sioux City today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Sioux City from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Sioux City get a year?
On average 36.0 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Sioux City Gateway Ap.
What is the snowiest month in Sioux City?
Feb, with an average of 8.7 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.