Pierre Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Pierre get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Pierre in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Pierre averages 37.2 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Pierre Rgnl Ap (5.4 km away). Snow season usually runs Oct through Apr, and Feb is the snowiest month (8 in). A typical winter brings about 11.8 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 3.6 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Pierre get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Pierre 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.
Pierre snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Pierre yet this season.
Average snowfall in Pierre
That is more snow than 51% of the 3,058 US places we track, and below the South Dakota average of 44.8 inches.
Station: Pierre Rgnl Ap (NOAA USW00024025), elevation 531 m, 5.4 km from Pierre. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Pierre
- Huron 44.4″/yr
- Aberdeen 42.7″/yr
- Mitchell 40.6″/yr
- Box Elder 48.5″/yr
- Rapid City 53.7″/yr
- Sturgis 47.6″/yr
- Watertown 41.1″/yr
- Spearfish 70.5″/yr
- Belle Fourche 42.2″/yr
- Brookings 35.8″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Pierre today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Pierre from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Pierre get a year?
On average 37.2 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Pierre Rgnl Ap.
What is the snowiest month in Pierre?
Feb, with an average of 8 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.