Great Falls Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Great Falls get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Great Falls in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Great Falls averages 66.1 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Great Falls Intl Ap (6.8 km away). Snow season usually runs Oct through May, and Feb is the snowiest month (10.1 in). A typical winter brings about 20.3 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 6.1 days with 3 inches or more. So far in the 2026–27 season the biggest storm near Great Falls was Oct 11–12, 2026, when 16.0 inches was reported in 5 SW Great Falls.
How much snow did Great Falls get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Great Falls in the last 72 hours (checked Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Refreshing…
| Location | Snow | Reported | Source |
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Storm-total reports from NWS spotters, CoCoRaHS observers and official stations. Preliminary — totals can rise as later reports arrive.
Great Falls snowfall totals by storm, 2026–27 so far
Largest report within 16 miles of Great Falls for each snow event of the 2026–27 season so far, newest first.
| Storm | Top total | Where | Reports |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 11–12, 2026 | 16.0″ | 5 SW Great Falls | 4 |
Average snowfall in Great Falls
That is more snow than 87% of the 3,058 US places we track, and above the Montana average of 62.0 inches.
Station: Great Falls Intl Ap (NOAA USW00024143), elevation 1117 m, 6.8 km from Great Falls. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Great Falls
- Helena 37.2″/yr
- Lewistown 112″/yr
- Havre 41.0″/yr
- Warm Springs 75.1″/yr
- Belgrade 91.3″/yr
- Anaconda 75.1″/yr
- Bozeman 91.3″/yr
- Livingston 62.7″/yr
- Missoula 43.0″/yr
- Bigfork 50.6″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Great Falls today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Great Falls from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Great Falls get a year?
On average 66.1 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Great Falls Intl Ap.
What is the biggest snowstorm in Great Falls so far in 2026–27?
The Oct 11–12, 2026 storm, with 16.0 inches reported in 5 SW Great Falls.
What is the snowiest month in Great Falls?
Feb, with an average of 10.1 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.