Vail 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.

Vail

Colorado, USA

Elevation
3,527m / 11,572ft
Annual Snowfall
333cm
Best Month
March
Powder Probability
31%
Season Snowfall
270cm
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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

MonthVail (cm)Alyeska (cm)
November35.6143.4
December44.2159
January44.7181.3
February46.8114.3
March51.3107.2
April4796.3

Which Resort Gets More Snow?

Based on 10 years of data, Alyeska receives more annual snowfall (973cm) compared to Vail (333cm) — a difference of 640cm per year. The best month for powder at Vail is March (31% probability), while Alyeska's best is January (70% probability).