Steamboat 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.
Steamboat
Colorado, USA
- Elevation
- 3,221m / 10,568ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 302cm
- Best Month
- December
- Powder Probability
- 32%
- Season Snowfall
- 265cm
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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 | Steamboat (cm) | Big Sky (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 35.2 | 42.6 |
| December | 52.5 | 41.7 |
| January | 49.8 | 37.3 |
| February | 49.2 | 51.4 |
| March | 48.1 | 52.1 |
| April | 30.1 | 66.4 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, Big Sky receives more annual snowfall (425cm) compared to Steamboat (302cm) — a difference of 123cm per year. The best month for powder at Steamboat is December (32% probability), while Big Sky's best is April (50% probability).