Lake Louise vs Kicking Horse — 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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Lake Louise

Alberta, Canada

Elevation
2,637m / 8,652ft
Annual Snowfall
321cm
Best Month
November
Powder Probability
20%
Season Snowfall
212cm

Kicking Horse

British Columbia, Canada

Elevation
2,450m / 8,038ft
Annual Snowfall
281cm
Best Month
November
Powder Probability
29%
Season Snowfall
223cm

Monthly Snowfall Comparison

MonthLake Louise (cm)Kicking Horse (cm)
November43.348
December43.147.9
January27.332.6
February34.435.3
March34.935.3
April28.824.2

Which Resort Gets More Snow?

Based on 10 years of data, Lake Louise receives more annual snowfall (321cm) compared to Kicking Horse (281cm) — a difference of 40cm per year. The best month for powder at Lake Louise is November (20% probability), while Kicking Horse's best is November (29% probability).