Precipitation Precipitation

Normal annual precipitation across Minnesota for the period 1981 to 2010. Generally, precipitation increases from west to east. Source:State Climatology Office, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources - Division of Ecological and Water Resources

Normal annual snowfall in Minnesota. Snowfall is greatest in the northeastern part of the state. Source:State Climatology Office, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources - Division of Ecological and Water Resources

Typical snow depth in Minnesota at the time of melt. This graphic is somewhat misleading because it does not show the amount of moisture running off as snowmelt when the snowpack melts.

Average snow water equivalent in Minnesota at the time of melt. Water equivalent generally increases to the south.