The Snow Sensor 095 is an aerial mounted sensor that detects falling snow and allows a tekmar Snow Melting Control 653 and 654 to automatically start the snow melting equipment. System stop is provided by the control's timer or by manual disable. The Snow Sensor 095 mounts to a nominal 1/2 in (16 mm) metal or PVC conduit or pole. The sensor is well suited to adding automatic start to an existing snow melt system.