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How Much Snow Did Wilmington Get In The February Nor'easter?
The forecast was mostly right in Wilmington, with well over a foot of snow being reported.
![Wilmington received a foot and a half of snow in the winter storm.](https://patch.com/img/cdn20/shutterstock/23550161/20210201/103953/styles/patch_image/public/shutterstock-1193269636___01102705495.jpg)
WILMINGTON, MA — Wilmington received well over a foot of snow in the winter storm that swept the state Monday and Tuesday, proving the forecasts right.
The town received 20 inches of snow as of 2:21 a.m., according to the National Weather Service's snowfall spotter report.
That's one of the biggest snowfall totals in the area, though Lowell has the town beat. One spotter reported two feet of snow in Lowell.
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[Feb 1 430 AM] Hot off the press! A major winter storm will produce 7-15" of heavy, wet #snow, with the Cape & Islands receiving lesser amounts. Heaviest snow is expected between noon & midnight, coinciding with the evening commute so please plan accordingly. #MAwx #RIwx #CTwx pic.twitter.com/PlepgAqytC
— NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) February 1, 2021
Local restrictions
Here's what we know about how local officials are handling the storm. Check the town's website for the most up-to-date information.
Parking ban
On-street parking is banned in Wilmington from 1 a.m. to 6 a.m. December through March.
Trash collection
Trash and recycling pickup will be on a one-day delay for the rest of the week.
School
Wilmington Public Schools will have a snow day Tuesday, Superintendent Glenn Brand announced. Afternoon and evening activities at the district Monday are also canceled.
Questions? Any updates we're missing? Taken a photo that captures the storm well?
We're doing our best but that doesn't mean we've covered everything. Email Christopher Huffaker at [email protected] and I'll try to get your question answered. If I've missed an announcement, I'll be sure to add it to this guide. And Patch always loves to share our readers' photos.
[8:45am] Wondering about the timing of the snow today? Check out one model's prediction for how things will pan out through this evening. Please note, heavy snow is expected, and is represented by the dark blue on the map. #mawx #ctwx #riwx pic.twitter.com/3IXL5iEL0z
— NWS Boston (@NWSBoston) February 1, 2021
Christopher Huffaker can be reached at 412-265-8353 or [email protected].
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