Average Snowfall in Granite, CO
Elevation: 9,255 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 14 miles away. Snowfall changes sharply with elevation around Granite: nearby spots range from roughly 49.2" to 156.9" a year, so your exact total depends on where you are.
Granite Snowfall by Month
Snow season in Granite typically runs from September through May, peaking in April with about 26.6" 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 156.9" 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 Colorado
Snowfall Near Granite
| City | Distance | Annual Snow |
|---|---|---|
| Leadville, CO | 15 mi | 153.9" |
| Aspen, CO | 32 mi | 170.8" |
| Breckenridge, CO | 33 mi | 184.6" |
| Monarch, CO | 33 mi | 105.3" |
| Red Cliff, CO | 34 mi | 189.2" |