Palisades Tahoe 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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Palisades Tahoe
California, USA
- Elevation
- 2,745m / 9,006ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 662cm
- Best Month
- January
- Powder Probability
- 58%
- Season Snowfall
- 628cm
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
| Month | Palisades Tahoe (cm) | Taos Ski Valley (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 57.7 | 19 |
| December | 123.3 | 26.1 |
| January | 137.6 | 30.3 |
| February | 127.9 | 34.4 |
| March | 137.2 | 39.4 |
| April | 44.2 | 20.7 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, Palisades Tahoe receives more annual snowfall (662cm) compared to Taos Ski Valley (200cm) — a difference of 462cm per year. The best month for powder at Palisades Tahoe is January (58% probability), while Taos Ski Valley's best is March (22% probability).