New York has seen several waves of winter weather this season, from fast-moving clipper systems to Arctic air intrusions that have brought bitter cold and snow to the state.
Lake-effect snow near Lake Erie has added localized heavy accumulations, particularly along the western and eastern shores.
These storms have varied widely in their impact. Quick clipper systems often deliver a few inches of snow with gusty winds, while Arctic air masses can linger, allowing snow to pile up over several days. Lake-effect bands, meanwhile, can dump foot-plus totals in concentrated areas, making snow totals highly uneven across the state.
While temperatures have warmed up, it likely won’t be long before the next snowfall comes.
When is the last average snowfall in New York?
Here are typical average last measurable snowfall dates for major New York cities based on official data with the National Weather Service.
Albany, NY
Buffalo, NY
Ithaca, NY
New York, NY
Poughkeepsie, NY
Rochester, NY
Syracuse, NY
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This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: When will snow finally end in NY? See the average last snow dates
Reporting by Brandi D. Addison, USA TODAY NETWORK / Rochester Democrat and Chronicle
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