WMUR Jan. 28 Update: Sullivan County Town-by-Town Snowfall Totals

An updated town-by-town list of snowfall totals, compiled from National Weather Service reports and viewer submissions and dated Jan. 28, 2026, shows widespread accumulation across Sullivan County and the Upper Valley after the Jan. 25-26 winter storm. Claremont reported about 10.0 inches, and submissions from other towns helped local officials and residents assess road safety, municipal workloads, and immediate recovery priorities.

The dataset mapped storm timing and travel impacts, highlighting periods of heavy snow that left roads slick and visibility reduced during peak travel. Town highway departments mobilized plows and spreaders in the hours after the storm as crews prioritized main arteries and school routes. Continued cold following the storm increased the risk of refreeze and icy patches on treated surfaces, prompting caution for evening and early-morning commutes.

For town administrators, the updated totals served as an operational tool. Officials used the figures to estimate staffing needs, allocate overtime for highway crews, and decide whether to call in additional equipment. For residents, the roundup provided a practical snapshot of how conditions varied block by block across Sullivan County and the neighboring Upper Valley, helping drivers plan routes and businesses schedule deliveries.

Beyond immediate safety, the storm has short-term economic implications. Snow removal and road treatments represent direct municipal expenses that can strain budgets already accounting for winter contingencies. Local merchants faced interruptions to foot traffic and deliveries while icy side streets slowed customer access. The persistent cold also elevated near-term heating demand for households and small businesses, which can push fuel and utility spending higher in affected months.

The town-by-town compilation remains a working dataset. Officials will continue to refine totals as additional viewer reports and National Weather Service updates are reconciled. Residents are advised to monitor municipal road advisories and allow extra travel time as crews finish secondary streets and intersections.

This update underscores the practical value of localized weather reporting for emergency response and budget planning in Sullivan County. As crews shift from plowing to cleanup and towns tally costs, the community will be watching both near-term road conditions and how the season’s storms affect municipal winter budgets and service schedules going forward.