Watertown Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Watertown get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Watertown in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Watertown averages 41.1 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Watertown Rgnl Ap (2.8 km away). Snow season usually runs Oct through Apr, and Feb is the snowiest month (8.9 in). A typical winter brings about 12.8 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 4.5 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Watertown get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Watertown 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.
Watertown snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Watertown yet this season.
Average snowfall in Watertown
That is more snow than 57% of the 3,058 US places we track, and below the South Dakota average of 44.8 inches.
Station: Watertown Rgnl Ap (NOAA USW00014946), elevation 533 m, 2.8 km from Watertown. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Watertown
- Brookings 35.8″/yr
- Huron 44.4″/yr
- Dell Rapids 45.3″/yr
- Aberdeen 42.7″/yr
- Hartford 45.3″/yr
- Mitchell 40.6″/yr
- Brandon 45.3″/yr
- Sioux Falls 45.3″/yr
- Tea 45.3″/yr
- Harrisburg 45.3″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Watertown today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Watertown from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Watertown get a year?
On average 41.1 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Watertown Rgnl Ap.
What is the snowiest month in Watertown?
Feb, with an average of 8.9 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.