Banff Sunshine vs Kicking Horse — 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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Banff Sunshine
Alberta, Canada
- Elevation
- 2,730m / 8,957ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 303cm
- Best Month
- December
- Powder Probability
- 21%
- Season Snowfall
- 200cm
Kicking Horse
British Columbia, Canada
- Elevation
- 2,450m / 8,038ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 281cm
- Best Month
- November
- Powder Probability
- 29%
- Season Snowfall
- 223cm
Monthly Snowfall Comparison
| Month | Banff Sunshine (cm) | Kicking Horse (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 38.8 | 48 |
| December | 40.1 | 47.9 |
| January | 22 | 32.6 |
| February | 30.1 | 35.3 |
| March | 35.8 | 35.3 |
| April | 32.7 | 24.2 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, Banff Sunshine receives more annual snowfall (303cm) compared to Kicking Horse (281cm) — a difference of 22cm per year. The best month for powder at Banff Sunshine is December (21% probability), while Kicking Horse's best is November (29% probability).