When Will Midland-Odessa See Its First Snow This Year?

As Fall is in full effect and the anticipation of cooler weather is eventually on the horizon, many residents of Midland-Odessa are looking forward to the change.

If you are wondering, "When is the first snow likely in Midland-Odessa?", here is what the climate record suggests and why there is no guarantee each year.

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Snowfall History in Midland-Odessa

In Midland-Odessa, the earliest recorded snowfall, defined as measurable flakes, took place on October 27, 2020.

Over the course of recorded data spanning more than a century, no earlier snowfall has consistently appeared in the snow logs than late October.

Conversely, snowfall has been documented as late as April 7th, occurring twice, with the most recent instance in 2007, within the Midland-Odessa region.

When Might We See Our First Snowfall?

Statistically, the period from November to January presents the most favorable conditions for snowfall in the Midland-Odessa region, with an average seasonal accumulation of approximately 4.3 inches.

The region does not typically see heavy, sustained snow cover as northern or mountain regions might.

However, if you have lived here for any number of years, you likely already know that.

Furthermore, it is worth noting that substantial snowstorms in the area typically occur during mid-winter.

For instance, Midland experienced its heaviest one-day snowfall, measuring 10.6 inches, on January 9, 2012.

That’s well inside the core winter season.

While an October snowfall is possible, having occurred only once, it isn't typical.

Typically, snowfall in the region is expected during late fall or early winter. For a more accurate assessment, I would recommend considering the period from late November through February as the most probable timeframe.