Why Does Jackson Hole Get So Much Snow?

Nate Berenson

on 10/25/2023

Welcome to powder paradise: Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Average annual snowfall at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is between 400"-500", providing powder days aplenty to skiers and snowboarders each season. Teton Flow dives into the meteorological and geographical factors and explores why the Tetons receive such consistent, lightweight powder snow in this fascinating examination of our home range. This one will surely get you fired up for winter! If you're seeking an unforgettable powder day this winter, look no further; consistent snowfall combined with managed daily capacity limits that give our guests more time on-snow and less time waiting in lift lines means we're a lock for a memorable day on the mountain. This is the year to check a powder day at Jackson Hole off your bucket list.

Check out Jim Woodmency's website, Mountain Weather, for daily snow forecasts. We've been using his insights for years to inform decision-making here at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort.

Learn more about winter here.

Purchasing Winter Lift Tickets

Thank you for an amazing 2024-25 winter season! Stop back in the fall for 2025-26 lift ticket information.

Explore winter lift ticket options and secure your spot early, as daily tickets are limited. JHMR’s automated pick-up boxes make it easy to get on the slopes faster, whether you're hitting the terrain park, ripping groomers, or preparing to drop into Corbet’s Couloir.

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From The Blog

Snowiest Winter Ever at Jackson Hole

That's a wrap for the record-setting 2022-23 winter season at Jackson Hole. 595" of snow fell making this winter the snowiest, deepest ever recorded in Rendezvous Bowl! These past months have raced by, fueled by fresh flakes cascading onto our slopes and ample time sliding on snow. The "Teton trickle" felt more like a firehose at times, and the sun was most-elusive. March was miraculous and we though it best to put how absurdly snowy last month was into perspective (read more).