Vail vs Stowe — 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

Stowe

Vermont, USA

Elevation
1,339m / 4,393ft
Annual Snowfall
246cm
Best Month
January
Powder Probability
27%
Season Snowfall
238cm

Monthly Snowfall Comparison

MonthVail (cm)Stowe (cm)
November35.636.4
December44.241.8
January44.747.4
February46.844.6
March51.343.1
April4724.9

Which Resort Gets More Snow?

Based on 10 years of data, Vail receives more annual snowfall (333cm) compared to Stowe (246cm) — a difference of 87cm per year. The best month for powder at Vail is March (31% probability), while Stowe's best is January (27% probability).