Upstate NY City Buried Under 44.6 Inches of Snow; Village Sees 13 Feet
Upstate New York recently experienced significant snowfall, particularly in Oswego, where residents witnessed 44.6 inches of snow since Sunday. The area’s two most severe snow days fell on Monday, with 12.4 inches, and Thursday, which saw a staggering 17.2 inches.
Snowfall Totals in Upstate New York
Other areas have also reported impressive accumulations. Syracuse recorded 15.6 inches of snow this week alone. Looking at the winter season totals for 2025-26, the village of Cattaraugus leads with a remarkable 162 inches, equivalent to more than 13 feet. The snowfall statistics for other areas include:
- Cattaraugus: 162 inches
- Mexico: 136.1 inches
- Syracuse: 113 inches
- Oswego: 102.9 inches
Race for the Golden Snowball
The competition for the Golden Snowball is heating up this winter. Highlights from snowfall totals include:
- Syracuse: 113 inches
- Rochester: 80.7 inches
- Buffalo: 70.9 inches
- Binghamton: 50.1 inches
- Albany: 44.5 inches
Weather Forecast
Fortunately, Upstate residents can expect a brief break from significant snowfall. A powerful storm predicted to track up the East Coast is expected to bypass this region. Instead, residents will face dry, frigid conditions this weekend.
Temperatures are projected to plummet below zero on Saturday and Sunday mornings, with daytime highs only reaching around 15 degrees. As the region prepares for the cold, many will be grateful for a respite from the heavy snow.
