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What makes the snowfall reports "certified"?  Print this Article

Our Certified Snowfall Reports go beyond simple observations. They are professionally verified and backed by a strict meteorological review process.

We draw from multiple trusted data sources, including but not limited to NWS storm reports, CoCoRaHS observations, NOHRSC analysis, radar imagery, and camera feeds. Each data point is cross-checked and validated against other sources.

What makes them certified is the methodology behind the number. We consider:

  • Time of measurement (spot report vs. storm total)

  • Snow-to-water ratios based on storm temperature profiles

  • Meteorological context to eliminate outliers or misreported values

  • Manual review by trained meteorologists to ensure accuracy and consistency

The result is a defensible, accurate snowfall total suitable for contracts, billing, audits, and insurance documentation.

Observed data is useful. Certified data is trusted.

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