Lake Louise vs Fernie — 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.
Lake Louise
Alberta, Canada
- Elevation
- 2,637m / 8,652ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 321cm
- Best Month
- November
- Powder Probability
- 20%
- Season Snowfall
- 212cm
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Fernie
British Columbia, Canada
- Elevation
- 2,134m / 7,002ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 337cm
- Best Month
- December
- Powder Probability
- 47%
- Season Snowfall
- 286cm
Monthly Snowfall Comparison
| Month | Lake Louise (cm) | Fernie (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 43.3 | 48.2 |
| December | 43.1 | 64.4 |
| January | 27.3 | 44.4 |
| February | 34.4 | 49.1 |
| March | 34.9 | 47.1 |
| April | 28.8 | 32.3 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, Fernie receives more annual snowfall (337cm) compared to Lake Louise (321cm) — a difference of 16cm per year. The best month for powder at Lake Louise is November (20% probability), while Fernie's best is December (47% probability).