Winnetka Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Winnetka get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Winnetka in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Winnetka averages 33.6 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Chicago Botanic Garden (5.4 km away). Snow season usually runs Nov through Apr, and Jan is the snowiest month (11.3 in). A typical winter brings about 11.6 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 4.3 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Winnetka get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Winnetka 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.
Winnetka snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Winnetka yet this season.
Average snowfall in Winnetka
That is more snow than 47% of the 3,058 US places we track, and above the Illinois average of 31.2 inches.
Station: Chicago Botanic Garden (NOAA USC00111497), elevation 192 m, 5.4 km from Winnetka. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Winnetka
- Wilmette 38.4″/yr
- Glenview 38.4″/yr
- Northbrook 33.6″/yr
- Skokie 38.4″/yr
- Evanston 38.4″/yr
- Morton Grove 38.4″/yr
- Highland Park 33.6″/yr
- Niles 38.4″/yr
- Deerfield 33.6″/yr
- Lincolnwood 38.4″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Winnetka today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Winnetka from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Winnetka get a year?
On average 33.6 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Chicago Botanic Garden.
What is the snowiest month in Winnetka?
Jan, with an average of 11.3 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.