Alta vs Heavenly — Snowfall Comparison
Side-by-side snowfall comparison based on 10 years of historical data (2015–2025). See which resort gets more snow, the best months for powder, and how they compare on elevation and location.
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Alta
Utah, USA
- Elevation
- 3,374m / 11,070ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 490cm
- Best Month
- March
- Powder Probability
- 53%
- Season Snowfall
- 400cm
Heavenly
California/Nevada, USA
- Elevation
- 3,060m / 10,040ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 454cm
- Best Month
- January
- Powder Probability
- 44%
- Season Snowfall
- 431cm
Monthly Snowfall Comparison
| Month | Alta (cm) | Heavenly (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 47 | 37.8 |
| December | 60.3 | 89.7 |
| January | 78.2 | 100 |
| February | 72.6 | 88.7 |
| March | 78.9 | 87.3 |
| April | 62.9 | 27.1 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, Alta receives more annual snowfall (490cm) compared to Heavenly (454cm) — a difference of 36cm per year. The best month for powder at Alta is March (53% probability), while Heavenly's best is January (44% probability).