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
| Month | Whistler Blackcomb (cm) | Banff Sunshine (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 167.3 | 38.8 |
| December | 184.1 | 40.1 |
| January | 198.3 | 22 |
| February | 107.8 | 30.1 |
| March | 129.6 | 35.8 |
| April | 74.3 | 32.7 |
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).