Erie has experienced a mild winter this season. That’s great news for those who despise snowy and bitter cold conditions.
The National Weather Service, which runs the snowfall count from July 31 to June 30, reports that Erie has only had a total of 21.5 inches of snowfall this season. The historical total average snowfall in Erie for February alone is 19.4 inches, according to the NWS.
However, according to the Environmental Protection Agency, this could spell some harm for Erie.
The EPA notes that reduced snowfall and lack of snow cover on the ground could diminish the beneficial insulating effects of snow for vegetation and wildlife.
However, despite above-average temperatures this past week, the temperatures have been closer to the normal range. The average temperatures for the month of February are a maximum of 36.5 degrees with a minimum of 21.4 degrees minimum, according to NWS. The average monthly temperature for the month historically is 28.9 degrees. The average temperature this year from January to Feb. 8 has been 28.6 degrees.