Snowstorm vs. Blizzard — What's the Difference?

A storm marked by heavy snowfall.

A blizzard is a severe snowstorm characterized by strong sustained winds of at least 56 km/h (35 mph) and lasting for a prolonged period of time—typically three hours or more. A ground blizzard is a weather condition where snow is not falling but loose snow on the ground is lifted and blown by strong winds.

Bad weather involving blowing winds and snow, or blowing winds and heavy snowfall amount.

A violent snowstorm with winds blowing at a minimum speed of 35 miles (56 kilometers) per hour and visibility of less than one-quarter mile (400 meters) for three hours.

A snow globe.

A very heavy snowstorm with high winds.

A storm with falling snow.

A torrent; a superabundance

A storm with widespread snowfall accompanied by strong winds

A large snowstorm accompanied by strong winds and greatly reduced visibility caused by blowing snow.

(figuratively) A large amount of paperwork.

(figuratively) A large number of similar things.

To fall in windy conditions.

A gale of piercingly cold wind, usually accompanied with fine and blinding snow; a furious blast.

A storm with widespread snowfall accompanied by strong winds

A series of unexpected and unpleasant occurrences;