Taos Ski Valley 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.
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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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 | Taos Ski Valley (cm) | Crested Butte (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 19 | 32.2 |
| December | 26.1 | 52.2 |
| January | 30.3 | 45.1 |
| February | 34.4 | 44.3 |
| March | 39.4 | 55.4 |
| April | 20.7 | 33.2 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, Crested Butte receives more annual snowfall (314cm) compared to Taos Ski Valley (200cm) — a difference of 114cm per year. The best month for powder at Taos Ski Valley is March (22% probability), while Crested Butte's best is March (30% probability).