Taos Ski Valley vs Alyeska — 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.

Taos Ski Valley

New Mexico, USA

Elevation
3,804m / 12,481ft
Annual Snowfall
200cm
Best Month
March
Powder Probability
22%
Season Snowfall
170cm
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Alyeska

Alaska, USA

Elevation
1,201m / 3,940ft
Annual Snowfall
973cm
Best Month
January
Powder Probability
70%
Season Snowfall
802cm

Monthly Snowfall Comparison

MonthTaos Ski Valley (cm)Alyeska (cm)
November19143.4
December26.1159
January30.3181.3
February34.4114.3
March39.4107.2
April20.796.3

Which Resort Gets More Snow?

Based on 10 years of data, Alyeska receives more annual snowfall (973cm) compared to Taos Ski Valley (200cm) — a difference of 773cm per year. The best month for powder at Taos Ski Valley is March (22% probability), while Alyeska's best is January (70% probability).