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Snowfall is a defining characteristic of many regions in the United States, but some states see little to no snowfall throughout the year. Among these states, Florida, Louisiana, Alabama, and Hawaii stand out as receiving the least amount of snowfall, with minimal traces or occasional flurries. As one moves further north, states like Texas, Tennessee, and North Carolina experience infrequent snowfall, typically limited to a few inches annually. While snow is a rare occurrence in these states, it still generates excitement and often disrupts daily routines due to its novelty.
Conversely, states in the northern regions such as Alaska, Maine, Vermont, and New Hampshire witness substantial snowfall, with averages exceeding several feet per year. Minnesota, Colorado, and Michigan also rank among the top snow-receiving states, with snowfall amounts often surpassing several dozen inches annually. For residents in these states, snow is not just a seasonal phenomenon but a way of life, shaping recreational activities, transportation systems, and community traditions throughout the winter months.
Snowfall totals were computed by compiling station-specific reporting data from the National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI).
State | Annual Snowfall (in) | # of Stations |
---|---|---|
Florida | 0 | |
Louisiana | 0.1 | 1 |
Alabama | 0.2 | 3 |
Hawaii | 0.2 | 1 |
Georgia | 0.3 | 4 |
Mississippi | 0.3 | 2 |
South Carolina | 0.5 | 3 |
Arkansas | 1.4 | 6 |
Texas | 2.0 | 10 |
Tennessee | 2.5 | 7 |
North Carolina | 3.0 | 7 |
Oklahoma | 3.0 | 6 |
Arizona | 5.1 | 12 |
Kentucky | 6.8 | 9 |
Virginia | 8.9 | 11 |
California | 9.7 | 25 |
Delaware | 9.8 | 2 |
New Mexico | 10.0 | 14 |
Missouri | 10.4 | 12 |
Montana | 10.6 | 24 |
Kansas | 10.7 | 14 |
Nevada | 11.7 | 13 |
Oregon | 12.0 | 18 |
Maryland | 13.5 | 7 |
Wyoming | 13.9 | 17 |
Washington | 16.1 | 20 |
Indiana | 16.9 | 12 |
Illinois | 18.6 | 19 |
Nebraska | 19.4 | 18 |
New Jersey | 20.8 | 9 |
Ohio | 21.0 | 16 |
Utah | 22.6 | 20 |
Iowa | 23.4 | 17 |
South Dakota | 23.8 | 17 |
Idaho | 24.5 | 21 |
North Dakota | 25.0 | 19 |
West Virginia | 25.5 | 11 |
Pennsylvania | 29.0 | 23 |
Rhode Island | 31.0 | 2 |
Wisconsin | 32.4 | 24 |
Colorado | 36.9 | 33 |
Minnesota | 37.8 | 32 |
Connecticut | 38.7 | 8 |
Michigan | 43.5 | 26 |
Massachusetts | 44.3 | 11 |
New York | 51.3 | 22 |
Maine | 57.6 | 15 |
Vermont | 58.4 | 10 |
New Hampshire | 59.9 | 11 |
Alaska | 72.8 | 28 |
United States | 20.0 | 672 |