Big Sky vs Mt. Bachelor — 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.

Big Sky

Montana, USA

Elevation
3,403m / 11,165ft
Annual Snowfall
425cm
Best Month
April
Powder Probability
50%
Season Snowfall
292cm
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Mt. Bachelor

Oregon, USA

Elevation
2,764m / 9,069ft
Annual Snowfall
697cm
Best Month
December
Powder Probability
68%
Season Snowfall
623cm

Monthly Snowfall Comparison

MonthBig Sky (cm)Mt. Bachelor (cm)
November42.685.7
December41.7133
January37.3132.7
February51.4111.3
March52.195.2
April66.464.6

Which Resort Gets More Snow?

Based on 10 years of data, Mt. Bachelor receives more annual snowfall (697cm) compared to Big Sky (425cm) — a difference of 272cm per year. The best month for powder at Big Sky is April (50% probability), while Mt. Bachelor's best is December (68% probability).