When was the biggest snowstorm in New York?

The North American Blizzard of 2006 hit East Coast cities from Baltimore to Boston with enough winter weather to cancel school for days, but few places got more than the Big Apple. A full 26.9 inches dumped on NYC, the highest snowfall ever counted by government records.

How many snowy days does NYC have?

Snowfall is an infrequent occurrence in the city, on average occurring on only 12 days per year, though it can be heavy when it occurs.

What year did it snow in April in NYC?

April 1875 According to the National Weather Service, this was the most snow ever recorded in Central Park in a month of April (dating back to 1869). There were two significant snow events in April in 1875.

What is the lowest temperature ever recorded in New York City?

−52 °F
Records

Event Measurement Date
Highest temperature 108 °F (42.2 °C) July 22, 1926
Lowest temperature −52 °F (−46.7 °C) February 18, 1979
Lowest temperature −52 °F (−46.7 °C) February 9, 1934

What is the average snowfall in New York City?

about 25 inches
The average winter snowfall in New York City is about 25 inches, so for the 2019-20 season, Ocean Weather Services is predicting that the 2019-2020 winter in New York City will most likely be between 24 and 32 inches.

How many times has it snowed in April in New York?

DOES IT SNOW IN APRIL IN NYC? Snow is fairly rare in April in NYC with measurable snowfall being reported only about once every 10 years.

Does it snow in NYC in March?

DOES IT SNOW IN MARCH IN NYC? Snow can still fall in the city during March but is limited to about 2 days on average with 1 day receiving at least 1 inch (2.5 CM). Snowfalls of 3 inches (7.6CM) or more occur about once every other year.