A Snowy Winter for Some, Others Still Searching for Snow

What You Need To Know

• Some parts of the country are well above average with snowfall
• The south has seen much more snow than normal
• Parts of the Northeast and Midwest are below average

The Gulf Coast has been the most recent place to experience accumulating snow, although it’s not unheard of, it is rare to see this type of event in any year. Places like Houston, New Orleans, Pensacola, and southern Georgia all saw snow last week.

Florida Sets New Record

Florida smashed its all-time previous snowfall record of 4 inches for the state. New Orleans also beat its record snowfall since 1895. People stop to take pictures at Jackson Square as snow falls in New Orleans, Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)

Comparing Snow Totals

Take a look at some of the snow totals compared to the average for select southern cities. Most of these areas do not record a seasonal average snowfall, since snow is so rare. In fact, seeing snow all the way to the beaches of the Gulf of Mexico may be considered a once-in-a-lifetime event.

Gulf Coast Exceeds Neighbors to the North

Many Gulf coastal areas are exceeding their neighbors to the north in terms of seasonal snowfall. In some cases, it is almost double the amount of snow so far this season.

Nationwide Snowfall

The snow this season shown on this map shows there is a void in snow for Iowa and Nebraska. Some areas have seen less than 1 inch of snow in these areas. Every single state this season has seen at least some snow. That is pretty incredible!

Source

Source: NOHRSC

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Conclusion

This winter has been marked by varying levels of snowfall across the country, with some areas experiencing significantly more snow than usual, while others have seen below-average snowfall. The Gulf Coast, in particular, has seen a rare occurrence of accumulating snow, with Florida and New Orleans setting new records for snowfall.

FAQs

Q: What areas of the country have seen the most snow this winter?

A: Some parts of the country, such as the Gulf Coast, have seen significantly more snow than usual.

Q: Have all states seen snow this winter?

A: Yes, every single state this season has seen at least some snow.

Q: Are there any areas that have seen less snow than usual?

A: Yes, some areas, such as the Northeast and Midwest, have seen below-average snowfall this winter.