If you’re curious about how much snowfall Kansas City received this winter, you’re in luck! We’ve compiled a list of the top snowfall amounts from across the city.
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Introduction
Kansas City typically sees around 2 feet of snowfall each winter. However, in some years the city gets much more snow than average. For example, in the winter of 2018-2019, Kansas City received over 5 feet of snow.
How Much Snow Did Kansas City Get?
As of 6:00 A.M. on January 3, 2020, Kansas City’s snowfall total for the season was 24.3 inches. That’s nearly double the normal amount of snow for the city. And it’s not just Kansas City. Parts of Missouri, Illinois, and Iowa have had similar amounts of snowfall.
2017-2018
At least 6 inches
The 2017-2018 snow season in Kansas City got off to a slow start, with most of the area’s accumulation coming in February. However, a powerful storm in early March brought nearly a foot of snow to the metro, resulting in one of the snowiest winters on record. All told, Kansas City received at least 6 inches of snow during the 2017-2018 season.
2016-2017
The 2016-2017 snow season in Kansas City got off to a slow start, with only a few inches of accumulation in December. However, things picked up in January and February, with several sizable storms bringing the total accumulation for the season up to around 30 inches. This is slightly below the city’s average of 33 inches, but still enough to make for a decent winter.
2015-2016
During the 2015-2016 season, Kansas City saw an above-normal amount of snowfall. In total, the city received 54.8 inches of snow, which is nearly 20 inches more than the normal amount of 35.6 inches. This made it the fourth-snowiest season on record for Kansas City.
Conclusion
In conclusion, it appears that the Kansas City area generally sees around 6 to 12 inches of snowfall each year. However, this can vary greatly from one year to the next. For example, in 2019, the city only saw 3.8 inches of snow. But in 2020, it saw over 22 inches. So, if you’re planning a winter trip to Kansas City, be sure to check the forecast before you go!
