Lake Louise vs Sun Peaks — 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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Sun Peaks
British Columbia, Canada
- Elevation
- 2,152m / 7,061ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 322cm
- Best Month
- December
- Powder Probability
- 39%
- Season Snowfall
- 274cm
Monthly Snowfall Comparison
| Month | Lake Louise (cm) | Sun Peaks (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 43.3 | 54.2 |
| December | 43.1 | 58.5 |
| January | 27.3 | 45.2 |
| February | 34.4 | 40.9 |
| March | 34.9 | 41.3 |
| April | 28.8 | 33.7 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, Sun Peaks receives more annual snowfall (322cm) compared to Lake Louise (321cm) — a difference of 1cm per year. The best month for powder at Lake Louise is November (20% probability), while Sun Peaks's best is December (39% probability).