New York City Snowfall Totals
How much snow did New York City get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of New York City in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). New York City averages 29.8 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from New York Cntrl Pk Twr (7.8 km away). Snow season usually runs Nov through Mar, and Feb is the snowiest month (10.1 in). A typical winter brings about 7 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 3.8 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did New York City get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of New York 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.
New York City snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of New York City yet this season.
Average snowfall in New York City
That is more snow than 38% of the 3,058 US places we track, and below the New York average of 55.2 inches.
Station: New York Cntrl Pk Twr (NOAA USW00094728), elevation 40 m, 7.8 km from New York City. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near New York City
- Long Island City 29.8″/yr
- Sunnyside 29.8″/yr
- Maspeth 29.8″/yr
- Manhattan 29.8″/yr
- Brooklyn 29.8″/yr
- Ridgewood 29.8″/yr
- Astoria 29.8″/yr
- Woodside 29.8″/yr
- Middle Village 29.8″/yr
- Elmhurst 29.8″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in New York City today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of New York City from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does New York City get a year?
On average 29.8 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for New York Cntrl Pk Twr.
What is the snowiest month in New York City?
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.