Vail vs Mammoth Mountain — 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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Mammoth Mountain

California, USA

Elevation
3,369m / 11,054ft
Annual Snowfall
695cm
Best Month
March
Powder Probability
52%
Season Snowfall
657cm

Monthly Snowfall Comparison

MonthVail (cm)Mammoth Mountain (cm)
November35.661.8
December44.2119.5
January44.7146.5
February46.8136.8
March51.3147
April4745.7

Which Resort Gets More Snow?

Based on 10 years of data, Mammoth Mountain receives more annual snowfall (695cm) compared to Vail (333cm) — a difference of 362cm per year. The best month for powder at Vail is March (31% probability), while Mammoth Mountain's best is March (52% probability).