When Rain Turns to Snow: Why One Inch of Rain Can Become 10–15 Inches of Snow.
When Rain Turns to Snow: Why One Inch of Rain Can Become 10–15 Inches of Snow. A joyful and clear explainer on how one inch of rain equals 10–15 inches of snow, and why this simple ratio holds so much wonder. The Hidden Story Behind a Simple Ratio How one measurement reveals the quiet power of nature An inch of rain does not sound like much. It slips into the soil. It glides over rooftops. It feels small. Yet this single inch carries the power to build a deep coat of fresh snow when temperatures fall. One inch of rain often equals ten to fifteen inches of snow. This neat range surprises many people. It feels almost unreal at first glance. But the ratio makes sense when we understand the nature of snow. The rain is dense and heavy. Snow is light and airy. Snowflakes grow as ice crystals. The shapes are wide and open. They lock in space between them. That space creates depth. That is why a short burst of rain can produce a tall layer of snow under the right conditions. The idea is simple...
