California Snowfall Totals
How much snow did California get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of California in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). California averages 12.5 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Patuxent River Nas (7.9 km away). Snow season usually runs Dec through Mar, and Feb is the snowiest month (6 in). A typical winter brings about 3.3 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 1.7 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did California get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of California 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.
California snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of California yet this season.
Average snowfall in California
That is more snow than 19% of the 3,058 US places we track, and below the Maryland average of 20.9 inches.
Station: Patuxent River Nas (NOAA USW00013721), elevation 12 m, 7.9 km from California. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near California
- Lexington Park 12.5″/yr
- Cambridge 14.1″/yr
- Waldorf 13.7″/yr
- Accokeek 13.7″/yr
- Clinton 13.7″/yr
- Fort Washington 13.7″/yr
- Easton 14.1″/yr
- Oxon Hill 13.7″/yr
- Suitland 13.7″/yr
- Bowie 15.9″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in California today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of California from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does California get a year?
On average 12.5 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Patuxent River Nas.
What is the snowiest month in California?
Feb, with an average of 6 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.