Watford City Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Watford City get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Watford City in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Watford City averages 50.4 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Watford City (0.5 km away). Snow season usually runs Oct through May, and Dec is the snowiest month (10.1 in). A typical winter brings about 17.8 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 4.8 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Watford City get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Watford City 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.
Watford City snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Watford City yet this season.
Average snowfall in Watford City
That is more snow than 73% of the 3,058 US places we track, and above the North Dakota average of 47.7 inches.
Station: Watford City (NOAA USC00329233), elevation 661 m, 0.5 km from Watford City. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Watford City
- Williston 48.2″/yr
- Dickinson 35.1″/yr
- Minot 45.1″/yr
- Mandan 50.5″/yr
- Bismarck 50.5″/yr
- Jamestown 46.1″/yr
- Grand Forks 48.4″/yr
- West Fargo 51.4″/yr
- Fargo 51.4″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Watford City today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Watford City from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Watford City get a year?
On average 50.4 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Watford City.
What is the snowiest month in Watford City?
Dec, 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.