The Great Fresno Snowpocalypse: A History of Almost Winter Woes
Ah, Fresno. Land of sunshine, raisins, and...occasional bewilderment by passing snowflakes? That's right, folks, believe it or not, Fresno has seen its fair share of flurries over the years. But how much is "a fair share" when you're talking about a city that practically runs on solar panels? Buckle up, because we're about to delve into the fascinating, and frankly, slightly comical, world of Fresno snowfall.
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| How Many Times Has It Snowed In Fresno |
The Big Zero: Not Quite as Common as You Think
Here's the shocker: according to the National Weather Service (those guys who can predict a downpour with the accuracy of a squirrel predicting winter), Fresno has only seen 48 days with measurable snowfall (including trace amounts) since records began in 1907. 48 days! That's less than one snow day per decade.
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So, the next time your grandma swears she built a snowman in Fresno back in the day, you can politely ask her if she spiked her prune juice a little too heavily.
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The Great Blizzard of...Wait, What?
Now, if you're picturing epic snowstorms that shut down the city and leave residents tunneling out of their homes like arctic explorers, then you're probably thinking of a different Fresno. Fresno's most impressive snowfall on record? A measly 2.5 inches, which fell way back in January of 1930.
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That's right, folks. Less snowfall than your average ice cream sundae.
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A Glimpse of Winter Wonder (or Not)
The most recent dusting of Fresno with the white stuff? December 11th, 2005. We're talking about a snowfall so insignificant, it probably wouldn't even register on a snowman's excitement meter.
But hey, at least they can say they've seen snow!
Fresno Snow FAQ: Because You Never Know...
- How to build a snowman in Fresno? Stockpile ice cream cartons, craft a head out of a beach ball, and pray for a miracle.
- How to stay warm during a Fresno snowstorm? Turn on the heater (because let's be real, you probably already have it on).
- How to drive in the snow in Fresno? Relax, you most likely won't need to know. But if you do, head to a nearby mountain and practice –– Fresno won't provide much opportunity.
- How to prepare for a Fresno blizzard? Invest in a good pair of sunglasses –– you'll probably need them more than a snow shovel.
- How to convince your friends Fresno gets real snow? Good luck. But hey, maybe you can show them this article and they'll believe you (kind of).
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