Whistler Blackcomb vs Banff Sunshine — 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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Whistler Blackcomb

British Columbia, Canada

Elevation
2,284m / 7,494ft
Annual Snowfall
969cm
Best Month
January
Powder Probability
82%
Season Snowfall
861cm

Banff Sunshine

Alberta, Canada

Elevation
2,730m / 8,957ft
Annual Snowfall
303cm
Best Month
December
Powder Probability
21%
Season Snowfall
200cm

Monthly Snowfall Comparison

MonthWhistler Blackcomb (cm)Banff Sunshine (cm)
November167.338.8
December184.140.1
January198.322
February107.830.1
March129.635.8
April74.332.7

Which Resort Gets More Snow?

Based on 10 years of data, Whistler Blackcomb receives more annual snowfall (969cm) compared to Banff Sunshine (303cm) — a difference of 666cm per year. The best month for powder at Whistler Blackcomb is January (82% probability), while Banff Sunshine's best is December (21% probability).