Jay Peak vs Stowe
One calibrated, SNOTEL-backed look at snowfall, forecast accuracy, and access — so you know which to ski.
Jay Peak
VT · 3,968 ft
pending
Stowe
VT · 4,393 ft
pending
Side-by-Side
| Metric | Jay Peak | Stowe |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Vermont VT | Vermont VT |
| Summit elevation | 3,968 ft 1,815 ft base | 4,393 ft 1,380 ft base |
| NWS accuracy grade | Pending limited verified storms | Pending limited verified storms |
| Calibrated season snowfall | 31" 29 storms | 26" 25 storms |
| Avg storm-day rate | 0.8"/day | 0.7"/day |
| Best storm | 61/100 Major | 62/100 Major |
| Verified storms | 0 SNOTEL-verified | 0 SNOTEL-verified |
| Community reports | 7 TGR posts | 24 TGR posts |
| Nearest airport | BTV | BTV |
| Drive time | 1.5h 70 mi · BTV | 0.75h 36 mi · BTV |
| Access difficulty | Easy | Easy |
| Pass | — | Epic |
Snowfall totals and NWS grades come from the same SNOTEL-verified data on each resort's own page. Blank or “pending” cells mean the data is still being verified — we never fill them with estimates.
The Verdict
NWS accuracy grades are pending for both Jay Peak and Stowe — few verified storms so far. Each earns a grade as StormDrop verifies more storms against SNOTEL.
Jay Peak got more snow this season — 31" of calibrated snowfall versus 26" at Stowe. Jay Peak also averaged 0.8"/storm-day.
Stowe is the easier trip — about 0.75h from BTV (Burlington), versus 1.5h from BTV for Jay Peak.
Best for
Jay Peak — chasing the biggest totals — it out-snowed Stowe this season.
Best for
Stowe — quick-strike trips — the easier drive at ~0.75h from BTV.
Local Knowledge
TGR Community IntelJay Peak
Monitor Jay Peak communications closely - access restrictions implement rapidly during major storms.
Stowe
Whiteout/low-visibility days excellent for BC skiing (described as 'like being inside a ping pong ball' but with fantastic conditions).
FAQ
Does Jay Peak or Stowe get more snow?
Jay Peak got more snow this season — 31" of calibrated snowfall versus 26" at Stowe. Jay Peak also averaged 0.8"/storm-day.
Is Jay Peak or Stowe easier to get to?
Stowe is the easier trip — about 0.75h from BTV (Burlington), versus 1.5h from BTV for Jay Peak.
Which has the more accurate snow forecast, Jay Peak or Stowe?
NWS accuracy grades are pending for both Jay Peak and Stowe — few verified storms so far. Each earns a grade as StormDrop verifies more storms against SNOTEL.
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