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Over 530 cm of Snow: A Record Breaking Winter for Sault Ste. Marie
Sault Ste. Marie has officially recorded more than 530 centimetres of snow this season, marking the highest total in the city’s history.
The previous record of 529 centimetres, set during the winter of 2014–2015, has now been surpassed after months of persistent storms and one exceptionally powerful mid-March system that dropped up to 55 centimetres in just two days.
This winter has unfolded as a relentless series of weather events, with the city spending 79 days under significant weather advisories and declaring five major weather events, including one that has remained in effect since mid-March.
The accumulation has pushed the Sault nearly two metres above its long-term seasonal average of 325 centimetres, creating a winter landscape unlike anything residents have experienced in decades.
Snow removal crews have been stretched to their limits, with contractors reporting their busiest and most demanding season on record. Streets, driveways, and neighbourhoods have been repeatedly buried as storm after storm swept across the region, each adding to a total that steadily climbed toward historic territory.
This year’s snowfall has not only broken records but reshaped the rhythm of daily life in the city. From travel disruptions and school impacts to the sheer physical challenge of clearing snowbanks that tower over vehicles, the season has tested the endurance of residents and infrastructure alike.
Meteorologists note that while the Sault has seen heavy winters before, the combination of frequency, intensity, and late-season storms makes this year stand out as a once-in-a-generation event.
