Heavenly vs Alyeska — 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.

Heavenly

California/Nevada, USA

Elevation
3,060m / 10,040ft
Annual Snowfall
454cm
Best Month
January
Powder Probability
44%
Season Snowfall
431cm
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Alyeska

Alaska, USA

Elevation
1,201m / 3,940ft
Annual Snowfall
973cm
Best Month
January
Powder Probability
70%
Season Snowfall
802cm

Monthly Snowfall Comparison

MonthHeavenly (cm)Alyeska (cm)
November37.8143.4
December89.7159
January100181.3
February88.7114.3
March87.3107.2
April27.196.3

Which Resort Gets More Snow?

Based on 10 years of data, Alyeska receives more annual snowfall (973cm) compared to Heavenly (454cm) — a difference of 519cm per year. The best month for powder at Heavenly is January (44% probability), while Alyeska's best is January (70% probability).