Mammoth Mountain 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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Mammoth Mountain

California, USA

Elevation
3,369m / 11,054ft
Annual Snowfall
695cm
Best Month
March
Powder Probability
52%
Season Snowfall
657cm

Crested Butte

Colorado, USA

Elevation
3,707m / 12,163ft
Annual Snowfall
314cm
Best Month
March
Powder Probability
30%
Season Snowfall
262cm

Monthly Snowfall Comparison

MonthMammoth Mountain (cm)Crested Butte (cm)
November61.832.2
December119.552.2
January146.545.1
February136.844.3
March14755.4
April45.733.2

Which Resort Gets More Snow?

Based on 10 years of data, Mammoth Mountain receives more annual snowfall (695cm) compared to Crested Butte (314cm) — a difference of 381cm per year. The best month for powder at Mammoth Mountain is March (52% probability), while Crested Butte's best is March (30% probability).