Dubuque Snowfall Totals

How much snow did Dubuque get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Dubuque in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Dubuque averages 42.5 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Dubuque Rgnl Ap (11.9 km away). Snow season usually runs Oct through Apr, and Jan is the snowiest month (10.7 in). A typical winter brings about 13.3 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 4.9 days with 3 inches or more.

How much snow did Dubuque get? Latest snow totals

No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Dubuque 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.

Dubuque snowfall totals, 2026–27 season

No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Dubuque yet this season.

Average snowfall in Dubuque

42.5″average per year

That is more snow than 59% of the 3,058 US places we track, and above the Iowa average of 34.2 inches.

13.3days/yr with 1″+ snowfall
4.9days/yr with 3″+ snowfall
1.6days/yr with 5″+ snowfall
0.1days/yr with 10″+ snowfall

Station: Dubuque Rgnl Ap (NOAA USW00094908), elevation 322 m, 11.9 km from Dubuque. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the snowfall totals in Dubuque today?

The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Dubuque from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.

How much snow does Dubuque get a year?

On average 42.5 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Dubuque Rgnl Ap.

What is the snowiest month in Dubuque?

Jan, with an average of 10.7 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.