Big Sky vs Taos Ski Valley — 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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Big Sky
Montana, USA
- Elevation
- 3,403m / 11,165ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 425cm
- Best Month
- April
- Powder Probability
- 50%
- Season Snowfall
- 292cm
Taos Ski Valley
New Mexico, USA
- Elevation
- 3,804m / 12,481ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 200cm
- Best Month
- March
- Powder Probability
- 22%
- Season Snowfall
- 170cm
Monthly Snowfall Comparison
| Month | Big Sky (cm) | Taos Ski Valley (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 42.6 | 19 |
| December | 41.7 | 26.1 |
| January | 37.3 | 30.3 |
| February | 51.4 | 34.4 |
| March | 52.1 | 39.4 |
| April | 66.4 | 20.7 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, Big Sky receives more annual snowfall (425cm) compared to Taos Ski Valley (200cm) — a difference of 225cm per year. The best month for powder at Big Sky is April (50% probability), while Taos Ski Valley's best is March (22% probability).