Heavenly vs Crested Butte — 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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Heavenly
California/Nevada, USA
- Elevation
- 3,060m / 10,040ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 454cm
- Best Month
- January
- Powder Probability
- 44%
- Season Snowfall
- 431cm
Crested Butte
Colorado, USA
- Elevation
- 3,707m / 12,163ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 314cm
- Best Month
- March
- Powder Probability
- 30%
- Season Snowfall
- 262cm
Monthly Snowfall Comparison
| Month | Heavenly (cm) | Crested Butte (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 37.8 | 32.2 |
| December | 89.7 | 52.2 |
| January | 100 | 45.1 |
| February | 88.7 | 44.3 |
| March | 87.3 | 55.4 |
| April | 27.1 | 33.2 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, Heavenly receives more annual snowfall (454cm) compared to Crested Butte (314cm) — a difference of 140cm per year. The best month for powder at Heavenly is January (44% probability), while Crested Butte's best is March (30% probability).