The snowiest places in the United States mapped

Vivid Maps
Jan 19, 2021

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Snow continuously has challenged humans but also has attracted and fascinated us. It changes the landscape around us, even altering the sounds we hear and the odors we breathe. For some, the expectation of coming snowstorms is like for Santa Claus on Christmas. But the charm and delight ever are compensated by anxiety and danger. Nowadays, as in the yore, primary life responsibilities such as securing food, staying dry and warm, and doing daily activity become more complicated when deep snow is occurring. Moving, whether by foot, car, train, or aircraft, is particularly vulnerable.

Historic probability of at least 1-inch snow on Christmass (%)

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