Whistler Blackcomb vs Fernie — 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

Fernie

British Columbia, Canada

Elevation
2,134m / 7,002ft
Annual Snowfall
337cm
Best Month
December
Powder Probability
47%
Season Snowfall
286cm

Monthly Snowfall Comparison

MonthWhistler Blackcomb (cm)Fernie (cm)
November167.348.2
December184.164.4
January198.344.4
February107.849.1
March129.647.1
April74.332.3

Which Resort Gets More Snow?

Based on 10 years of data, Whistler Blackcomb receives more annual snowfall (969cm) compared to Fernie (337cm) — a difference of 632cm per year. The best month for powder at Whistler Blackcomb is January (82% probability), while Fernie's best is December (47% probability).