Professional Grade Snow Measurement Instruments

Featuring CoCoRaHS approved and NOAA/NWS spec tools for precision frozen precipitation measurements. Snow gauges, snow boards, snow rulers and more.

TROPO Gauge RATINGS
"Best Overall"
Rated Best Overall by Better Homes & Gardens
98/100
Rated 98/100 by The Weather Station Experts™
5 stars
Rated 5/5 stars on The Climalytic® Store
5 stars
Rated 5/5 stars on Google
4.5 stars
Rated 4.8/5 stars on Amazon
A snow ruler measuring snow on a snow board.

Why measure snow?

  • Snowfall can be tracked for water supply monitoring
  • Meteorologists and citizen scientists can study climate trends
  • Frozen precipitation data can be collected for insurance claims
  • Snow and ice data can be collected for forensic cases
  • Homeowners get snowfall measurements for their exact location

Why measure snow manually?

  • Superior accuracy when compared with automatic snow instruments
  • Superior reliability when compared with automatic snow instruments
  • Obtain “ground truth” frozen precipitation measurements
  • No power required
  • No internet required
  • No need for calibration
  • Fast and easy deployment
  • Provides a fun way to engage with the environment
  • Allows for participation in citizen science projects, like CoCoRaHS
The TROPO Gauge outer tube covered in frost.

The Climalytic Snow Catalog

Climalytic® Instruments, LLC offers a wide variety of precision snow measurement tools — perfect for both professionals and enthusiasts alike. We hold our snow measurement equipment to a high standard, and routinely receive CoCoRaHS approval after lab calibration and field testing. Our snow instruments are designed to be official-spec, and some of our products are used by NOAA/NWS.

Why choose a Climalytic snow instrument?

  • CoCoRaHS approved
  • Snow Board and Pole Mount made in the US
  • Freeze-proof when maintained regularly
  • UV and weather-resistant materials
  • Replacement parts available
  • Easy installation
  • Reliable warranty & return policy
A white PVC snow board with a blue snow stake and a white snow scraper.

Climalytic Snow Board

A US-made 24" x 16" white PVC board for the standardization of fresh snowfall measurements. The Climalytic Snow Board is based on the specifications required by NOAA/NWS, and is approved by CoCoRaHS.

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A black snow ruler featuring gold graduations.

Climalytic Snow Ruler

A tall snow ruler made from rigid fiberglass reinforced epoxy laminate (FR-4), capable of measuring up to 36 inches (or 90 cm) of snow at a 0.1 inch (or 0.5 cm) resolution. CoCoRaHS approved.

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The TROPO Precipitation gauge with a cleaning brush, handle and mounting bracket.

TROPO Precipitation Gauge

Approved as the "Premium CoCoRaHS Gauge", the TROPO Rain and Snow Gauge is the perfect tool for catching snowfall, taking snow cores and measuring snow water equivalent (SWE). The TROPO Gauge supports volumetric measurements to the hundredth of an inch.

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A white digital scale with a glass surface.

Climalytic Digital Scale

Though also useful in the kitchen, this 5kg/0.1g digital scale is intended for making precision precipitation measurements by weight. The Climalytic Digital Scale features an easy-to-read LED screen and an uncommonly high resolution of 0.1 grams. CoCoRaHS approved.

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A tall white metal post with numeral markings.

Climalytic Snow Stake

Coming soon...

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Professional Tools Accessible to Everyone

Frozen precipitation insights can prove valuable to gardeners, farmers, business owners, researchers, meteorology experts, weather enthusiasts and more.

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