Banff Sunshine vs Fernie — 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.
Banff Sunshine
Alberta, Canada
- Elevation
- 2,730m / 8,957ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 303cm
- Best Month
- December
- Powder Probability
- 21%
- Season Snowfall
- 200cm
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Fernie
British Columbia, Canada
- Elevation
- 2,134m / 7,002ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 337cm
- Best Month
- December
- Powder Probability
- 47%
- Season Snowfall
- 286cm
Monthly Snowfall Comparison
| Month | Banff Sunshine (cm) | Fernie (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 38.8 | 48.2 |
| December | 40.1 | 64.4 |
| January | 22 | 44.4 |
| February | 30.1 | 49.1 |
| March | 35.8 | 47.1 |
| April | 32.7 | 32.3 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, Fernie receives more annual snowfall (337cm) compared to Banff Sunshine (303cm) — a difference of 34cm per year. The best month for powder at Banff Sunshine is December (21% probability), while Fernie's best is December (47% probability).