Vail vs Steamboat — 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.

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Vail

Colorado, USA

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

Steamboat

Colorado, USA

Elevation
3,221m / 10,568ft
Annual Snowfall
302cm
Best Month
December
Powder Probability
32%
Season Snowfall
265cm

Monthly Snowfall Comparison

MonthVail (cm)Steamboat (cm)
November35.635.2
December44.252.5
January44.749.8
February46.849.2
March51.348.1
April4730.1

Which Resort Gets More Snow?

Based on 10 years of data, Vail receives more annual snowfall (333cm) compared to Steamboat (302cm) — a difference of 31cm per year. The best month for powder at Vail is March (31% probability), while Steamboat's best is December (32% probability).