The snowiest towns in the United States are often located on the Great Lakes or near the northern coast. These regions are famous for their cold winters that are consistent and, consequently, a lot of snowfall. This list was compiled upon official weather data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) since the beginning of reporting. This information is taken from weather stations across the nation and covers all types of precipitation, including snow and ice pellets. Buffalo, NY, ranks high on the list since it receives 94.7 inches of snow per year. Also, it receives lots of snow as a result of the Lake Effect, which is an organic phenomenon that takes place in the winter when cool air coming from Canada and Alaska meets humid, warm atmospheric air coming from the Gulf of Mexico. Valdez, Alaska, is another city that is prone to plenty of snow. The location of the city traps the cold air coming through Alaska’s glaciers and snowfields as well as the humid, warm air that comes from Alaska’s Gulf of Alaska. Billings, Montana, is the 7th-most wintery town in the US and is a favorite winter getaway for skiers and snowboarders. It’s also a perfect spot for families who want to embrace the spirit of winter by decorating the Christmas tree and skating. The Old Farmer’s Almanac has published an annual list of the top snowy cities across the United States over the last 30 years. The list includes cities that have greater than 10,000 residents and is constructed from weather data reported by weather stations that are located across the nation.