Love it or hate it, snow is a regular occurrence during winter throughout the northern U.S. While some people may associate snowfall with the drudgery that accompanies it (from shoveling the driveway, to snow tires or chains, to scraping off the car), others opt for a more positive view. These folks have learned to embrace winter by appreciating its natural beauty and participating in activities that accompany fresh snow, such as skiing, sledding, snowball fights, hot chocolate or cider, and snow ice cream.

Vermont, with an annual average snowfall of 89.25 inches (2.26 meters), is a popular destination in any season. The state, which is home to the Green Mountains, is a haven for winter sports enthusiasts who love to spend time in the snow.

Average snowfall in Vermont ranges from 80 to 100 inches through the winter months, which means there are plenty of opportunities to ski, snowshoe, and snowmobile throughout the state. Vermont often receives heavy snowstorms from the northwest, as well as lake-effect snow from Lake Champlain.

Maine comes in second, averaging 77.28 inches (1.96 meters).

Alaska, surprisingly, is fifth, with an average snowfall of a “mere” 64.46 inches (1.64 meters) per year.

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