Steamboat vs Crested Butte — 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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Crested Butte
Colorado, USA
- Elevation
- 3,707m / 12,163ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 314cm
- Best Month
- March
- Powder Probability
- 30%
- Season Snowfall
- 262cm
Monthly Snowfall Comparison
| Month | Steamboat (cm) | Crested Butte (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 35.2 | 32.2 |
| December | 52.5 | 52.2 |
| January | 49.8 | 45.1 |
| February | 49.2 | 44.3 |
| March | 48.1 | 55.4 |
| April | 30.1 | 33.2 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, Crested Butte receives more annual snowfall (314cm) compared to Steamboat (302cm) — a difference of 12cm per year. The best month for powder at Steamboat is December (32% probability), while Crested Butte's best is March (30% probability).