Average Snowfall in Ruth, NV
63.9"
inches per year
Heavy Snow Area
Elevation: 6,857 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 0 miles away.
Ruth Snowfall by Month
Snow season in Ruth typically runs from October through May, peaking in December with about 13.3" of snow.
Oct1.8"
Nov6.1"
Dec13.3"
Jan13.1"
Feb12.4"
Mar10.1"
Apr5.5"
May1.3"
Jun–
Jul–
Aug–
Sep0.3"
Average monthly snowfall, NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.
What to Expect
That is well above the US average annual snowfall of 28". With 63.9" 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.
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Wild Badger 40V Cordless Snow Blower, 20"
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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 Ruth
| City | Distance | Annual Snow |
|---|---|---|
| Ely, NV | 10 mi | 54.1" |
| Mc Gill, NV | 14 mi | 36.9" |
| Baker, NV | 46 mi | 66.7" |
| Lamoille, NV | 104 mi | 84.4" |
| Spring Creek, NV | 107 mi | 84.4" |