Altoona Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Altoona get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Altoona in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Altoona averages 36.5 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Des Moines Intl Ap (19.9 km away). Snow season usually runs Oct through Apr, and Feb is the snowiest month (10.2 in). A typical winter brings about 11.0 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 3.9 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Altoona get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Altoona 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.
Altoona snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Altoona yet this season.
Average snowfall in Altoona
That is more snow than 50% of the 3,058 US places we track, and above the Iowa average of 34.2 inches.
Station: Des Moines Intl Ap (NOAA USW00014933), elevation 292 m, 19.9 km from Altoona. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Altoona
- Des Moines 36.5″/yr
- Ankeny 24.7″/yr
- Johnston 36.5″/yr
- Urbandale 36.5″/yr
- West Des Moines 36.5″/yr
- Clive 36.5″/yr
- Norwalk 36.5″/yr
- Grimes 38.0″/yr
- Indianola 30.8″/yr
- Waukee 36.5″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Altoona today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Altoona from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Altoona get a year?
On average 36.5 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Des Moines Intl Ap.
What is the snowiest month in Altoona?
Feb, with an average of 10.2 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.