Sparks Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Sparks get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Sparks in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Sparks averages 20.9 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Reno Tahoe Intl Ap (5.9 km away). Snow season usually runs Nov through Mar, and Jan is the snowiest month (5.2 in). A typical winter brings about 5.9 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 1.8 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Sparks get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Sparks 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.
Sparks snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Sparks yet this season.
Average snowfall in Sparks
That is more snow than 27% of the 3,058 US places we track, and below the Nevada average of 54.4 inches.
Station: Reno Tahoe Intl Ap (NOAA USW00023185), elevation 1344 m, 5.9 km from Sparks. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Sparks
- Reno 20.9″/yr
- Sun Valley 20.9″/yr
- Incline Village 179″/yr
- Carson City 14.0″/yr
- Elko 41.2″/yr
- Spring Creek 84.4″/yr
- Ely 54.1″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Sparks today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Sparks from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Sparks get a year?
On average 20.9 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Reno Tahoe Intl Ap.
What is the snowiest month in Sparks?
Jan, with an average of 5.2 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.