Zermatt vs Laax — 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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Zermatt
Valais, Switzerland
- Elevation
- 3,883m / 12,740ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 650cm
- Best Month
- November
- Powder Probability
- 46%
- Season Snowfall
- 460cm
Laax
Graubünden, Switzerland
- Elevation
- 3,018m / 9,902ft
- Annual Snowfall
- 303cm
- Best Month
- January
- Powder Probability
- 31%
- Season Snowfall
- 268cm
Monthly Snowfall Comparison
| Month | Zermatt (cm) | Laax (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| November | 90.7 | 40.3 |
| December | 77.8 | 54.7 |
| January | 79.4 | 60.4 |
| February | 50.7 | 38.9 |
| March | 78.8 | 39.9 |
| April | 82.5 | 33.3 |
Which Resort Gets More Snow?
Based on 10 years of data, Zermatt receives more annual snowfall (650cm) compared to Laax (303cm) — a difference of 347cm per year. The best month for powder at Zermatt is November (46% probability), while Laax's best is January (31% probability).