Manhattan Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Manhattan get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Manhattan in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Manhattan averages 29.8 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from New York Cntrl Pk Twr (0.6 km away). Snow season usually runs Nov through Mar, and Feb is the snowiest month (10.1 in). A typical winter brings about 7 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 3.8 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Manhattan get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Manhattan 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.
Manhattan snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Manhattan yet this season.
Average snowfall in Manhattan
That is more snow than 38% of the 3,058 US places we track, and below the New York average of 55.2 inches.
Station: New York Cntrl Pk Twr (NOAA USW00094728), elevation 40 m, 0.6 km from Manhattan. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Manhattan
- Astoria 29.8″/yr
- Long Island City 29.8″/yr
- Sunnyside 29.8″/yr
- Melrose 29.8″/yr
- Woodside 29.8″/yr
- Jackson Heights 29.8″/yr
- Maspeth 29.8″/yr
- New York City 29.8″/yr
- East Elmhurst 29.8″/yr
- Elmhurst 29.8″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Manhattan today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Manhattan from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Manhattan get a year?
On average 29.8 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for New York Cntrl Pk Twr.
What is the snowiest month in Manhattan?
Feb, with an average of 10.1 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.