Palisades Tahoe 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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Palisades Tahoe
California, USA
- Elevation
- 2,745m / 9,006ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 662cm
- Best Month
- January
- Powder Probability
- 58%
- Season Snowfall
- 628cm
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 | Palisades Tahoe (cm) | Big Sky (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 57.7 | 42.6 |
| December | 123.3 | 41.7 |
| January | 137.6 | 37.3 |
| February | 127.9 | 51.4 |
| March | 137.2 | 52.1 |
| April | 44.2 | 66.4 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, Palisades Tahoe receives more annual snowfall (662cm) compared to Big Sky (425cm) — a difference of 237cm per year. The best month for powder at Palisades Tahoe is January (58% probability), while Big Sky's best is April (50% probability).