Aspen Snowmass vs Steamboat — 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.
Aspen Snowmass
Colorado, USA
- Elevation
- 3,813m / 12,510ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 302cm
- Best Month
- March
- Powder Probability
- 25%
- Season Snowfall
- 248cm
Steamboat
Colorado, USA
- Elevation
- 3,221m / 10,568ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 302cm
- Best Month
- December
- Powder Probability
- 32%
- Season Snowfall
- 265cm
Monthly Snowfall Comparison
| Month | Aspen Snowmass (cm) | Steamboat (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 34.8 | 35.2 |
| December | 43.8 | 52.5 |
| January | 37.1 | 49.8 |
| February | 45 | 49.2 |
| March | 48.8 | 48.1 |
| April | 38.1 | 30.1 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Aspen Snowmass and Steamboat receive nearly identical annual snowfall (302cm vs 302cm). Your choice may come down to other factors like location, terrain, or travel convenience.
Snow History: 10 Winters of Data
This comparison draws on 10 consecutive winters of snowfall records (2015–2025) for each resort. Over that span, Aspen Snowmass's snowiest month has been March, averaging 48.8cm but ranging from a lean 18cm in the driest winter to 81cm in the deepest — a swing that shows how much any single season can vary. At Steamboat, the snowiest month is December, averaging 52.5cm and spanning 31cm to 85cm across the record. Comparing these historical ranges, rather than a single season, is the most reliable way to judge which resort delivers more dependable snow for the dates you want to ski.