Eagle River Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Eagle River get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Eagle River in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Eagle River averages 70.5 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Eagle Rvr Gakona Circle (1.3 km away). Snow season usually runs Oct through Apr, and Dec is the snowiest month (16.3 in). A typical winter brings about 22.4 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 8.9 days with 3 inches or more. So far in the 2026–27 season the biggest storm near Eagle River was Sep 30 – Oct 1, 2026, when 5.2 inches was reported in 8 SE Eagle River.
How much snow did Eagle River get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Eagle River in the last 72 hours (checked Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Refreshing…
| Location | Snow | Reported | Source |
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Storm-total reports from NWS spotters, CoCoRaHS observers and official stations. Preliminary — totals can rise as later reports arrive.
Eagle River snowfall totals by storm, 2026–27 so far
Largest report within 16 miles of Eagle River for each snow event of the 2026–27 season so far, newest first.
| Storm | Top total | Where | Reports |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30 – Oct 1, 2026 | 5.2″ | 8 SE Eagle River | 4 |
Average snowfall in Eagle River
That is more snow than 90% of the 3,058 US places we track, and below the Alaska average of 87.3 inches.
Station: Eagle Rvr Gakona Circle (NOAA USC00502645), elevation 173 m, 1.3 km from Eagle River. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Eagle River
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Eagle River today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Eagle River from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Eagle River get a year?
On average 70.5 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Eagle Rvr Gakona Circle.
What is the biggest snowstorm in Eagle River so far in 2026–27?
The Sep 30 – Oct 1, 2026 storm, with 5.2 inches reported in 8 SE Eagle River.
What is the snowiest month in Eagle River?
Dec, with an average of 16.3 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.