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The Top 20 Snowiest States in the U.S.

Iowa's climate wasn't always known for producing much snowfall, but that began to change during the mid-19th century.

The first recorded blizzard occurred in Iowa in December 1856 and dumped 18 inches of snow overnight. Nowadays, these seasonal blizzards are a regular occurrence in the Hawkeye State. But it's hard to predict when the first snowfall of the season will actually occur, especially in the capital city of Des Moines. In both 1932 and 2009, Des Moines saw its first major snowfall on October 10. But back in 1939, no snow fell on Des Moines until December 26. Overall, Iowa now ranks as the 20th-snowiest state in the country, with an average annual snowfall of 31.27 inches.

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