Far Rockaway Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Far Rockaway get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Far Rockaway in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Far Rockaway averages 25.9 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from New York Jfk Intl Ap (3.7 km away). Snow season usually runs Dec through Apr, and Feb is the snowiest month (8.6 in). A typical winter brings about 6 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 3.1 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Far Rockaway get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Far Rockaway 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.
Far Rockaway snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Far Rockaway yet this season.
Average snowfall in Far Rockaway
That is more snow than 33% of the 3,058 US places we track, and below the New York average of 55.2 inches.
Station: New York Jfk Intl Ap (NOAA USW00094789), elevation 3 m, 3.7 km from Far Rockaway. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Far Rockaway
- Arverne 25.9″/yr
- Woodmere 25.9″/yr
- Springfield Gardens 25.9″/yr
- Rosedale 25.9″/yr
- Valley Stream 25.9″/yr
- Long Beach 25.9″/yr
- Lynbrook 25.9″/yr
- South Ozone Park 25.9″/yr
- Howard Beach 25.9″/yr
- Cambria Heights 25.9″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Far Rockaway today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Far Rockaway from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Far Rockaway get a year?
On average 25.9 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for New York Jfk Intl Ap.
What is the snowiest month in Far Rockaway?
Feb, with an average of 8.6 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.