noun
definition
An instance of falling of snow.
example
There has been snowfall every day this week.
definition
The amount of snow that falls on one occasion.
example
London recorded a snowfall of 10 centimetres last night.
Examples of snowfall in a Sentence
Morning dawned on about three inches of snowfall and it was still coming down.
Mountain winters were always a surprise to lowlanders and easterners, where the chemistry of moisture played games that produced slush and wet snow, not the sparkling crystals so soft a broom could clear a foot-deep snowfall with a few swishes.
She stood before the panoramic window of his lair, gazing at snowfall so thick, it hid the nearby mountains from sight.
There is an annual snowfall ' of 53 in.
The average annual snowfall for the state is about 5 in., ranging from 19 in.
In winter the snowfall is very light, and even this is frequently removed by warm winds from the west.
In the district on the east of the main island the snowfall is insignificant, seldom attaining a depth of more than four or five inches and generally melting in a few days, while bright, sunny skies are usual.
The climate is characterized by extreme heat in the summer and cold in the winter; among the mountains the snowfall is heavy, and thunderstorms are frequent, but there is comparatively little rain.
It has long winters, with an abundant snowfall, short and wet springs, hot summers and long and steady autumns.
In the Adirondack region the snowfall is heavy, the winter long and severe.
There is a heavy snowfall in winter on the mountains, and in a large portion of eastern Washington the average annual snowfall is 40 in.
The amount of rain is naturally high so near the sea, 40 to 56 in., but the snowfall is not usually excessive.
The copious snowfall protects vegetation, supplies moisture, and contributes nitrogen to the soil.
The Khawak (11,600 ft.) is not a high pass; the grades are easy and the snowfall usually light.
Between Georgian Bay and Ottawa the winters are less cold, but usually with a plentiful snowfall; while the summers are warm and sometimes even hot.
At Sodankyla rain or snowfall was often unaccompanied by change of sign in the potential.
The Selkirk Mountains have a heavy rainfall and a tremendous snowfall on their western flanks, but very much less precipitation on their eastern side.
Some snow falls in every month except July and August, and the average annual snowfall amounts to 94.7 in.
The eastern range was found to receive the heaviest snowfall.
The most plausible explanation is that, like the discrepancy in the secular acceleration, the observed deviation is only apparent, and arises from slow fluctuations in the earth's rotation, and therefore in our measure of time produced by the motion of great masses of polar ice and the variability of the amount of snowfall on the great continents.
When there is a heavy snowfall or severe icing services can be very badly disrupted, or even totally suspended.
Snowfall is greater than on Mounts Kenya and Kilimanjaro and ice rime forms in freezing mists on the mountains.
These fronts were forecast to bring snowfall over high ground.
Parts of the Pennines received a snowfall up to 15cm, while drifts up to 1.5m high were recorded.
Avoid slopes for at least 24 hours following heavy snowfall.
March 2006 With heavy snowfall during the first week of the month we were unable to do any work in the garden.
Sea Level Pictures from the house Today Fri 31st Jan No new overnight snowfall, ice forming at all levels.
It is a cold desert with an average snowfall of only 150mm.
January 1987 Without doubt the most significant snowfall I can remember occurred back then.
Certainly the winter brings considerable snowfall to the higher elevations.
Powder Potential Average winter snowfall on the glacier is 11 meters!
For example, three separate snow squalls affect your station during your 24- hour... your 24-hour snowfall total.
Gockel states (l.c. p. 74) that during snowfall the sign is positive or ne g ative according as the flakes are large or are small and powdery.
Temperatures as well as rainfall and snowfall amounts vary widely due to the State 's dramatic change in altitude from mountains to high desert.
Powder Potential Average winter snowfall on the glacier is 11 meters !
We would normally have light snow on a half dozen days. The most severe snowfall in recent years was about 7 years ago.
However, Scotland received it 's greatest snowfall for five years.
If you have light snowfall and only a small driveway or walkway, choose a one-stage model or electric shovel.
What is the average volume of snowfall where you live?
It is the largest and heaviest of the lot and is best used in areas where significant snowfall is expected every year.
If you're into extreme snowfalls, check out the National Snowfall and Snow Depth Extremes Data for information about which parts of the country get the most snow.
Predicting snowfall accumulation can be as reliable as a roll of the dice.
Although the area gets a mere 33 inches of annual snowfall, it is known for its excellent snow making system.
The mountains may not be as high, and the snowfall is not as deep, but what is sacrificed in quality is more than made up for in convenience and affordability.
This is the most snowfall of any resort in the world.
Mt. Baker also has the record for snowfall in one season which is 1,140 inches.
Offering 4,800 acres of terrain and a 3,500 foot vertical drop, this resort receives an average snowfall of 360 inches, making it easy to find quality skiing throughout the season.
In addition to offering special shows, caroling, a Christmas feast and seasonal music throughout the ship, cruisers can also enjoy daily snowfall.
To minimize the risk of injury, shovel snow off your steps, sidewalk, and driveway promptly after each snowfall.
Winter camping in this region can potentially be dangerous because there is always the possibility for an enormous amount of snowfall.