Snow Measurement Guidelines (NWS Cooperative Observer Program) "In Depth" Snow Measuring is a CoCoRaHS training slide-show on snow measurement techniques. "Measuring Snow" video is provided under the following restricted use license: n

The measurement should reflect the average depth of snow, ice pellets, and glaze ice on the ground at your usual measurement site (not disturbed by human activities). Measurements from rooftops, paved areas, and the like should not be made. Note: Hail acc

Snow Depth: This is the amount of all snow on the ground and may include snowfall that has fallen in previous events.On your second snowboard, or on a flat piece of ground, measure the total snowfall to the nearest inch.