Wadena Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Wadena get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Wadena in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Wadena averages 50.8 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Wadena 3 S (5.5 km away). Snow season usually runs Oct through Apr, and Jan is the snowiest month (12.2 in). A typical winter brings about 15.7 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 5.9 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Wadena get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Wadena 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.
Wadena snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Wadena yet this season.
Average snowfall in Wadena
That is more snow than 74% of the 3,058 US places we track, and above the Minnesota average of 48.7 inches.
Station: Wadena 3 S (NOAA USC00218579), elevation 418 m, 5.5 km from Wadena. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Wadena
- Perham 45.6″/yr
- Long Prairie 54.0″/yr
- Alexandria 46.3″/yr
- Baxter 48.2″/yr
- Detroit Lakes 47.6″/yr
- Brainerd 48.2″/yr
- Fergus Falls 49.6″/yr
- Little Falls 52.8″/yr
- Collegeville 57.4″/yr
- Morris 44.6″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Wadena today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Wadena from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Wadena get a year?
On average 50.8 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Wadena 3 S.
What is the snowiest month in Wadena?
Jan, with an average of 12.2 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.