Breckenridge vs Alta — 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.

Breckenridge

Colorado, USA

Elevation
3,914m / 12,842ft
Annual Snowfall
300cm
Best Month
April
Powder Probability
25%
Season Snowfall
230cm
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Alta

Utah, USA

Elevation
3,374m / 11,070ft
Annual Snowfall
490cm
Best Month
March
Powder Probability
53%
Season Snowfall
400cm

Monthly Snowfall Comparison

MonthBreckenridge (cm)Alta (cm)
November2947
December35.560.3
January37.478.2
February37.872.6
March43.978.9
April46.562.9

Which Resort Gets More Snow?

Based on 10 years of data, Alta receives more annual snowfall (490cm) compared to Breckenridge (300cm) — a difference of 190cm per year. The best month for powder at Breckenridge is April (25% probability), while Alta's best is March (53% probability).