Benson Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Benson get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Benson in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Benson averages 42.6 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Benson (1.1 km away). Snow season usually runs Nov through Apr, and Feb is the snowiest month (8.5 in). A typical winter brings about 13.1 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 4.2 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Benson get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Benson 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.
Benson snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Benson yet this season.
Average snowfall in Benson
That is more snow than 59% of the 3,058 US places we track, and below the Minnesota average of 48.7 inches.
Station: Benson (NOAA USC00210667), elevation 314 m, 1.1 km from Benson. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Benson
- Morris 44.6″/yr
- Montevideo 45.5″/yr
- Willmar 46.1″/yr
- Alexandria 46.3″/yr
- Litchfield 41.1″/yr
- Cold Spring 57.4″/yr
- Long Prairie 54.0″/yr
- Redwood Falls 43.6″/yr
- Marshall 43.5″/yr
- Collegeville 57.4″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Benson today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Benson from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Benson get a year?
On average 42.6 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Benson.
What is the snowiest month in Benson?
Feb, with an average of 8.5 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.