Only in the winter
Much of their snow is "lake effect snow".
82 inches
Buffalo new York
Snow is not measured at Lockport, but at nearby Buffalo the snowfall thus far this winter is 48.6" - just about normal. Source - NWS Buffalo office
In What? Size? Population? Snow fall?
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snow shoveler
Scooping away deep snow so he can get to the grass underneath it.
Lake effect snow: water from Lake Erie picks up water and holds that moisture, releasing it in the form of snow downwind of the lake.
Buffalo is famous for its heavy snowfall, particularly due to the phenomenon known as "lake-effect snow" from nearby Lake Erie. This leads to frequent snowstorms and cold temperatures during the winter months.
Lake effect snow: water from Lake Erie picks up water and holds that moisture, releasing it in the form of snow downwind of the lake.
Buffalo, New York, typically experiences heavy snowfall in the winter, with an average snow depth of around 40-50 inches during the peak season. Snow accumulations can vary significantly depending on the specific weather conditions and time of year.