Pocatello Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Pocatello get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Pocatello in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Pocatello averages 38.5 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Pocatello Rgnl Ap (11.6 km away). Snow season usually runs Oct through Apr, and Dec is the snowiest month (10.1 in). A typical winter brings about 12.6 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 3.4 days with 3 inches or more. So far in the 2026–27 season the biggest storm near Pocatello was Oct 12, 2026, when 0.8 inches was reported in 3 ENE Pocatello.
How much snow did Pocatello get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Pocatello 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.
Pocatello snowfall totals by storm, 2026–27 so far
Largest report within 16 miles of Pocatello for each snow event of the 2026–27 season so far, newest first.
| Storm | Top total | Where | Reports |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2026 | 0.8″ | 3 ENE Pocatello | 1 |
Average snowfall in Pocatello
That is more snow than 54% of the 3,058 US places we track, and above the Idaho average of 38.3 inches.
Station: Pocatello Rgnl Ap (NOAA USW00024156), elevation 1365 m, 11.6 km from Pocatello. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Pocatello
- Blackfoot 14.7″/yr
- Idaho Falls 65.7″/yr
- Preston 52.4″/yr
- Burley 20.5″/yr
- Saint Anthony 70.1″/yr
- Hailey 102″/yr
- Twin Falls 24.2″/yr
- Jerome 24.2″/yr
- Boise 17.6″/yr
- Garden City 17.6″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Pocatello today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Pocatello from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Pocatello get a year?
On average 38.5 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Pocatello Rgnl Ap.
What is the biggest snowstorm in Pocatello so far in 2026–27?
The Oct 12, 2026 storm, with 0.8 inches reported in 3 ENE Pocatello.
What is the snowiest month in Pocatello?
Dec, 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.