Houston experienced snowfall on January 21, 2025, with varying totals across the area. George Bush Intercontinental Airport recorded 1.2 inches, while Hobby Airport received three inches. Despite these amounts being notable, they did not place among the highest snowfall totals in Houston’s recorded history, which includes significant events from the late 1800s and early 1960s.
Houston experienced snowfall on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, although the recorded totals were not enough to place it among the all-time highest for the city. George Bush Intercontinental Airport reported only 1.2 inches of snow, which, while notable, did not rank among its top three snowfall events. However, this amount did establish a new record for the most snow on this specific date at the airport.
In contrast, Houston’s Hobby Airport saw a more significant snowfall of three inches, marking the third-highest total for that location in its recorded history. The record for the highest snowfall at Hobby remains at 4.4 inches, noted in 1960. This year’s totals highlight the variability in snowfall across different parts of Houston.
According to the National Weather Service, unofficial snow totals from various areas around Houston were as follows: Baytown received 5.5 inches; El Largo saw 4.2 inches; Nassau Bay recorded 4.1 inches; and Mont Belvieu had 4 inches. Other totals included SE Houston’s Third Ward with 4 inches, and West University Place with 3.3 inches, showcasing the diverse accumulation across the region.
Historically, Houston’s snowy weather has produced some memorable events. The highest recorded snowfall occurred on February 14-15, 1895, with a remarkable 20 inches. Other significant snowfall events include 4.4 inches on February 12, 1960, and 3.1 inches on both January 31 and 30 of 1949. This historical context underscores the rarity and significance of snowfall in Houston’s climate.
Snowfall in Houston is a rare event, with the city experiencing only a handful of significant snowstorms over the years. The National Weather Service regularly documents such weather occurrences, providing residents and meteorologists with data to analyze snowfall patterns. The 2025 snow event, while not ranking among the notable historical records, nonetheless highlighted the variability of precipitation and seasonal shifts in Houston’s weather patterns, noted particularly during the winter months.
In summary, the snowfall on January 21, 2025, provided a mixed picture of winter weather in Houston. While the totals recorded at the airports were not extraordinary in the context of historical data, several neighborhoods experienced substantial snow accumulation. Understanding these snowfall records is vital as they help contextualize Houston’s unusual weather patterns during winter months, serving as a reminder of the variability inherent in Texas climate.
Original Source: www.fox26houston.com
