Potomac Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Potomac get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Potomac in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Potomac averages 21.0 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Washington Dc Dulles Ap (23.7 km away). Snow season usually runs Dec through Mar, and Feb is the snowiest month (7 in). A typical winter brings about 5.3 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 2.3 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Potomac get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Potomac 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.
Potomac snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Potomac yet this season.
Average snowfall in Potomac
That is more snow than 28% of the 3,058 US places we track, and above the Maryland average of 20.9 inches.
Station: Washington Dc Dulles Ap (NOAA USW00093738), elevation 88 m, 23.7 km from Potomac. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Potomac
- Rockville 5.8″/yr
- Bethesda 5.8″/yr
- Gaithersburg 32.6″/yr
- Silver Spring 13.7″/yr
- Montgomery Village 32.6″/yr
- Takoma Park 13.7″/yr
- Germantown 32.6″/yr
- Olney 31.4″/yr
- Hyattsville 13.7″/yr
- College Park 13.7″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Potomac today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Potomac from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Potomac get a year?
On average 21.0 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Washington Dc Dulles Ap.
What is the snowiest month in Potomac?
Feb, with an average of 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.