Average Annual Snowfall
North AmericaPhysical EnvironmentAverage annual snowfall for North America
natureA map shows annual average snowfall in North America. The highest snowfall occurs in Alaska, northern Canada, and the northeastern US. Moderate snowfall is seen in central Canada and parts of the US. Minimal snowfall covers the southern US.
The map shows the annual average snowfall in North America using a color gradient. Highest snowfall (dark purple) is found in Alaska, northern Canada, the Great Lakes region, and the northeastern United States, including parts of New York and New England. Moderate snowfall (purple to light purple) is seen in central Canada, the Rocky Mountains, and northern and western parts of the United States, such as Colorado and Utah. Minimal snowfall (light blue) covers the southern United States, including Texas, Louisiana, and Florida. The map also highlights snowfall patterns in specific regions like the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, the Hudson Bay area, and the Labrador Sea. Major water bodies such as the Gulf of Alaska, Gulf of Mexico, and Hudson Bay are labeled for geographic context. The map includes state and provincial boundaries for detailed regional analysis.
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