Denver’s long-term monthly snowfall normals run 1.0 inches in September, 4.1 in October, 7.3 in November, 8.0 in December, 6.6 in January, 7.8 in February, and a peak of 11.4 inches in March, tapering to 8.7 in April and 1.7 in May, with July and August averaging 0.0. Add it up across the full seasonal record since 1882 and Denver’s long-term seasonal normal comes to 56.6 inches.
Denver averages 56.6 inches of snow per season, with March as the snowiest month. July and August see essentially none.
- September: 1.0 in
- October: 4.1 in
- November: 7.3 in
- December: 8.0 in
- January: 6.6 in
- February: 7.8 in
- March: 11.4 in
- April: 8.7 in
- May: 1.7 in
If you’re timing a move, a road trip, or a snow contract, mark your calendar for mid-October. The average date of Denver’s first measurable snowfall is October 18, which is earlier than most newcomers expect for a city that still hits 60 degrees some afternoons that same week.
Key Takeaways
Denver’s snowfall averages 56.6 inches per season, peaks in March, and typically starts by mid-October, but real years swing between roughly 21 and 119 inches.
| Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Long-term seasonal average | Denver averages 56.6 inches of snow per season based on records dating to 1882. |
| Snowiest month | March averages over eleven inches, the highest single-month normal on record. |
| First snowfall timing | The average date of first measurable snowfall in Denver is October 18. |
| Extreme variability | Seasonal totals have ranged widely from around twenty to over one hundred inches, so plan for swings either way. |
| Contract ahead of the season | Denversnowremovals offers seasonal contracts and free estimates timed to Denver’s typical first-snow window. |
Table of Contents
- Why These Numbers Can Vary So Much Year to Year
- Getting Ahead of Denver’s Snow Season
- Where to Check the Official Snowfall Data
- Sources
- FAQ
Why These Numbers Can Vary So Much Year to Year
We’ve watched Denver’s snowfall swing wildly from season to season, and the historical record backs that up: a maximum of 118.7 inches fell in 1908 to 1909, while the winter of 1888 to 1889 brought just 21.3 inches. Part of the variation traces back to where the official measurement station sits, and airport-based daily readings can undercount what your specific neighborhood actually gets, especially near the foothills or along the Palmer Divide. One seasonal average never tells the whole story, so smart planning leaves room for both a mild winter and a monster one.
Getting Ahead of Denver’s Snow Season
Those monthly normals are only useful if you act on them before the first storm hits; contractor off-season marketing strategies that work can help you plan your service and budget effectively. Denversnowremovals builds seasonal contracts around exactly this kind of data, timing service readiness to that mid-October first-snow window rather than waiting for a surprise call in November.
Whether you manage a commercial lot, an HOA common area, or a single-family driveway, the practical challenge is the same: March can dump 11 inches while a “normal” January delivers half that, and your plan has to flex both ways. Denversnowremovals has handled that swing for more than 44 years, with crews and equipment staged for 24/7 emergency response alongside scheduled parking-lot clearing and sidewalk de-icing. A seasonal pricing structure locks in coverage before the first storm, so you’re not scrambling to find a crew mid-blizzard. Property managers juggling multiple sites can also review the commercial service scopes to see how triggers and response times get set contractually. Get a free estimate now, before the October average arrives, and lock in a plan that works whether this winter lands near 56 inches or closer to 100.
Where to Check the Official Snowfall Data
- NWS Boulder’s seasonal snowfall history for monthly normals and the 56.6-inch long-term total.
- NWS Boulder’s fall/winter statistics for first-snow timing.
- Denver’s annual monthly tables since 1882 for older seasonal comparisons.
- CurrentResults’ days-per-month snowfall breakdown for how often certain accumulations happen.
Sources
The 1991 to 2020 NCEI 30-year normal runs lower, closer to 49 inches for some stations, while the long-term 1882 to present average sits at 56.6 inches; Denversnowremovals plans around the long-term figure since it better reflects real seasonal workload.
- History of Snowfall Observations at Denver (NWS Boulder)
- Denver fall/winter statistics (NWS Boulder)
- Denver annual monthly snowfall, 1882–present (NWS Boulder)
- Denver Colorado monthly snowfall averages (CurrentResults)
FAQ
What Is Denver’s Average Snowfall by Month?
Denver’s monthly snowfall normals are 1.0 inches in September, 4.1 in October, 7.3 in November, 8.0 in December, 6.6 in January, 7.8 in February, 11.4 in March, 8.7 in April, and 1.7 in May.
What Is Denver’s Total Average Snowfall for the Season?
Denver’s long-term seasonal normal is 56.6 inches, based on NWS records dating back to 1882.
Which Month Gets the Most Snow in Denver?
March is Denver’s snowiest month on average, with a normal of 11.4 inches, though high-impact storms can hit anytime from October through April.
When Does Denver Typically Get Its First Snow?
Denver’s average date for the first measurable snowfall is October 18, according to National Weather Service statistics.
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