Mammoth Mountain vs Taos Ski Valley — 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

Taos Ski Valley

New Mexico, USA

Elevation
3,804m / 12,481ft
Annual Snowfall
200cm
Best Month
March
Powder Probability
22%
Season Snowfall
170cm

Monthly Snowfall Comparison

MonthMammoth Mountain (cm)Taos Ski Valley (cm)
November61.819
December119.526.1
January146.530.3
February136.834.4
March14739.4
April45.720.7

Which Resort Gets More Snow?

Based on 10 years of data, Mammoth Mountain receives more annual snowfall (695cm) compared to Taos Ski Valley (200cm) — a difference of 495cm per year. The best month for powder at Mammoth Mountain is March (52% probability), while Taos Ski Valley's best is March (22% probability).