Moorhead Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Moorhead get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Moorhead in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Moorhead averages 51.4 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Fargo Hector Intl Ap (6.5 km away). Snow season usually runs Oct through Apr, and Dec is the snowiest month (11.7 in). A typical winter brings about 14.3 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 4.7 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Moorhead get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Moorhead 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.
Moorhead snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Moorhead yet this season.
Average snowfall in Moorhead
That is more snow than 74% of the 3,058 US places we track, and above the Minnesota average of 48.7 inches.
Station: Fargo Hector Intl Ap (NOAA USW00014914), elevation 274 m, 6.5 km from Moorhead. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Moorhead
- Dilworth 51.4″/yr
- Detroit Lakes 47.6″/yr
- Fergus Falls 49.6″/yr
- Perham 45.6″/yr
- Crookston 49.9″/yr
- East Grand Forks 48.4″/yr
- Wadena 50.8″/yr
- Thief River Falls 49.9″/yr
- Alexandria 46.3″/yr
- Morris 44.6″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Moorhead today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Moorhead from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Moorhead get a year?
On average 51.4 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Fargo Hector Intl Ap.
What is the snowiest month in Moorhead?
Dec, with an average of 11.7 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.