Mammoth Mountain vs Palisades Tahoe — 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
Palisades Tahoe
California, USA
- Elevation
- 2,745m / 9,006ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 662cm
- Best Month
- January
- Powder Probability
- 58%
- Season Snowfall
- 628cm
Monthly Snowfall Comparison
| Month | Mammoth Mountain (cm) | Palisades Tahoe (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 61.8 | 57.7 |
| December | 119.5 | 123.3 |
| January | 146.5 | 137.6 |
| February | 136.8 | 127.9 |
| March | 147 | 137.2 |
| April | 45.7 | 44.2 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, Mammoth Mountain receives more annual snowfall (695cm) compared to Palisades Tahoe (662cm) — a difference of 33cm per year. The best month for powder at Mammoth Mountain is March (52% probability), while Palisades Tahoe's best is January (58% probability).