Sun Peaks vs Kicking Horse — 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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Sun Peaks

British Columbia, Canada

Elevation
2,152m / 7,061ft
Annual Snowfall
322cm
Best Month
December
Powder Probability
39%
Season Snowfall
274cm

Kicking Horse

British Columbia, Canada

Elevation
2,450m / 8,038ft
Annual Snowfall
281cm
Best Month
November
Powder Probability
29%
Season Snowfall
223cm

Monthly Snowfall Comparison

MonthSun Peaks (cm)Kicking Horse (cm)
November54.248
December58.547.9
January45.232.6
February40.935.3
March41.335.3
April33.724.2

Which Resort Gets More Snow?

Based on 10 years of data, Sun Peaks receives more annual snowfall (322cm) compared to Kicking Horse (281cm) — a difference of 41cm per year. The best month for powder at Sun Peaks is December (39% probability), while Kicking Horse's best is November (29% probability).