Mammoth Mountain vs Big Sky — 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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Mammoth Mountain
California, USA
- Elevation
- 3,369m / 11,054ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 695cm
- Best Month
- March
- Powder Probability
- 52%
- Season Snowfall
- 657cm
Big Sky
Montana, USA
- Elevation
- 3,403m / 11,165ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 425cm
- Best Month
- April
- Powder Probability
- 50%
- Season Snowfall
- 292cm
Monthly Snowfall Comparison
| Month | Mammoth Mountain (cm) | Big Sky (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 61.8 | 42.6 |
| December | 119.5 | 41.7 |
| January | 146.5 | 37.3 |
| February | 136.8 | 51.4 |
| March | 147 | 52.1 |
| April | 45.7 | 66.4 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, Mammoth Mountain receives more annual snowfall (695cm) compared to Big Sky (425cm) — a difference of 270cm per year. The best month for powder at Mammoth Mountain is March (52% probability), while Big Sky's best is April (50% probability).