Bansko vs Borovets — 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.
Bansko
Pirin Mountains, Bulgaria
- Elevation
- 2,560m / 8,399ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 158cm
- Best Month
- January
- Powder Probability
- 29%
- Season Snowfall
- 156cm
Borovets
Rila Mountains, Bulgaria
- Elevation
- 2,560m / 8,399ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 214cm
- Best Month
- December
- Powder Probability
- 30%
- Season Snowfall
- 204cm
Monthly Snowfall Comparison
| Month | Bansko (cm) | Borovets (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 13 | 16.5 |
| December | 29.6 | 45.1 |
| January | 44.3 | 44.9 |
| February | 23.9 | 36.1 |
| March | 30.7 | 37.2 |
| April | 14.6 | 23.9 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, Borovets receives more annual snowfall (214cm) compared to Bansko (158cm) — a difference of 56cm per year. The best month for powder at Bansko is January (29% probability), while Borovets's best is December (30% probability).
Snow History: 10 Winters of Data
This comparison draws on 10 consecutive winters of snowfall records (2015–2025) for each resort. Over that span, Bansko's snowiest month has been January, averaging 44.3cm but ranging from a lean 4cm in the driest winter to 125cm in the deepest — a swing that shows how much any single season can vary. At Borovets, the snowiest month is December, averaging 45.1cm and spanning 19cm to 125cm 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.