Average Snowfall in Crystal Bay, NV
Elevation: 6,391 ft
Based on the NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normal — the official 30-year average of a typical winter, not any single season — from the nearest comparable-elevation weather station about 8 miles away. Snowfall changes sharply with elevation around Crystal Bay: nearby spots range from roughly 46.4" to 445" a year, so your exact total depends on where you are.
Crystal Bay Snowfall by Month
Snow season in Crystal Bay typically runs from October through May, peaking in February with about 41.3" of snow.
Average monthly snowfall, NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.
What to Expect
That is over 6x the US average annual snowfall of 28". With 179" of annual snowfall, a quality snow blower and heavy-duty shovel are worth the investment. Ice melt should be stocked before the first storm hits.
Snow in Nevada
| City | Annual Snow |
|---|---|
| Crystal Bay | 179" |
| Glenbrook | 179" |
| Incline Village | 179" |
| Zephyr Cove | 179" |
| Mountain City | 117" |
| Spring Creek | 84.4" |
| Lamoille | 84.4" |
| Baker | 66.7" |
| Ruth | 63.9" |
| Austin | 63.6" |
| Ely | 54.1" |
| Elko | 41.2" |
| Mc Gill | 36.9" |
| Reno | 33.3" |
| Carson City | 14" |
| Las Vegas | 0" |
Snowfall Near Crystal Bay
| City | Distance | Annual Snow |
|---|---|---|
| Kings Beach, CA | 1 mi | 179" |
| Incline Village, NV | 2 mi | 179" |
| Tahoe Vista, CA | 3 mi | 179" |
| Carnelian Bay, CA | 4 mi | 179" |
| Tahoe City, CA | 8 mi | 179" |