Vail vs Alta — 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.
Vail
Colorado, USA
- Elevation
- 3,527m / 11,572ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 333cm
- Best Month
- March
- Powder Probability
- 31%
- Season Snowfall
- 270cm
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Alta
Utah, USA
- Elevation
- 3,374m / 11,070ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 490cm
- Best Month
- March
- Powder Probability
- 53%
- Season Snowfall
- 400cm
Monthly Snowfall Comparison
| Month | Vail (cm) | Alta (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 35.6 | 47 |
| December | 44.2 | 60.3 |
| January | 44.7 | 78.2 |
| February | 46.8 | 72.6 |
| March | 51.3 | 78.9 |
| April | 47 | 62.9 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, Alta receives more annual snowfall (490cm) compared to Vail (333cm) — a difference of 157cm per year. The best month for powder at Vail is March (31% probability), while Alta's best is March (53% probability).