Short answer: Yes, it does snow in Florida, but it’s extremely rare and usually limited to the northern parts of the state. Most winters bring frost or freezing rain rather than measurable snowfall in the central and southern regions. What to know about Florida snow

• Rare events, not a common occurrence: Florida has occasional snow or snow flurries, typically in the Panhandle and northern counties. These events are unusual for most parts of the state and can be highly localized.

• Notable snow episodes: The Florida Panhandle and northern Florida have seen documented snow events, including times when light accumulations occurred, and more recently notable cold outbreaks have produced snow flurries or mixed precipitation in northern areas. Some sources track several sporadic episodes over the decades.

• Record-scale events are exceptional: When Florida experiences meaningful snowfall, it’s the result of unusually powerful Arctic air combined with moisture from the Gulf of Mexico, leading to snow that can accumulate in some northern counties or along the coast. These are not typical winters for the state.

Practical implications

• Impacts are limited: Even when snow falls, it’s usually light and melts quickly; driving conditions can still be hazardous if temperatures drop below freezing and any moisture refreezes.

• Frost more common than snow: For most Floridians, frost is a more frequent winter condition than snow, because it requires very cold air and clear skies.

If you’d like, I can pull up the latest verified snowfall records for specific Florida cities (e.g., Jacksonville, Tallahassee, Pensacola) or summarize recent notable snow events by date.