Steamboat vs Heavenly — 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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Heavenly

California/Nevada, USA

Elevation
3,060m / 10,040ft
Annual Snowfall
454cm
Best Month
January
Powder Probability
44%
Season Snowfall
431cm

Monthly Snowfall Comparison

MonthSteamboat (cm)Heavenly (cm)
November35.237.8
December52.589.7
January49.8100
February49.288.7
March48.187.3
April30.127.1

Which Resort Gets More Snow?

Based on 10 years of data, Heavenly receives more annual snowfall (454cm) compared to Steamboat (302cm) — a difference of 152cm per year. The best month for powder at Steamboat is December (32% probability), while Heavenly's best is January (44% probability).