New York City’s winter snowfall has seen dramatic swings in recent years, ranging from minimal accumulation to nearly double the seasonal average. While the typical winter brings around 30 inches of snow, the past five seasons have fluctuated wildly, with totals as low as just over two inches and as high as nearly 40. Experts are examining whether climate patterns or other factors are driving these extreme variations in precipitation. The latest winter’s snowfall data could offer clues about shifting weather trends in the region.
The average snowfall for a New York City winter is around 30 inches. Looking at the past five winters, snowfall totals have varied greatly, from a low of 2.3 inches to a high of 38.6 inches. The cold ...
