Altoona Snowfall Totals
How much snow did Altoona get? No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Altoona in the last 72 hours (as of Oct 20, 13:27 UTC). Altoona averages 38.1 inches of snow a year, based on NOAA's 1991–2020 records from Altoona 3 W (6.6 km away). Snow season usually runs Nov through Apr, and Feb is the snowiest month (11.0 in). A typical winter brings about 12.8 days with at least 1 inch of new snow and 4.6 days with 3 inches or more.
How much snow did Altoona get? Latest snow totals
No snowfall reported within 16 miles of Altoona 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.
Altoona snowfall totals, 2026–27 season
No snow has been reported within 16 miles of Altoona yet this season.
Average snowfall in Altoona
That is more snow than 52% of the 3,058 US places we track, and below the Pennsylvania average of 44.4 inches.
Station: Altoona 3 W (NOAA USC00360140), elevation 402 m, 6.6 km from Altoona. 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Snowfall totals near Altoona
- Ebensburg 79.7″/yr
- Northern Cambria 49.9″/yr
- Windber 74.1″/yr
- Johnstown 64.6″/yr
- State College 43.8″/yr
- Clearfield 63.0″/yr
- Boalsburg 43.8″/yr
- Indiana 45.8″/yr
- Bellefonte 43.8″/yr
- Blairsville 48.2″/yr
Frequently asked questions
What are the snowfall totals in Altoona today?
The table at the top of this page lists every snowfall report within 16 miles of Altoona from the last 24, 48 or 72 hours. It refreshes automatically from National Weather Service storm reports.
How much snow does Altoona get a year?
On average 38.1 inches, according to NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for Altoona 3 W.
What is the snowiest month in Altoona?
Feb, with an average of 11.0 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.