Stowe vs Killington
One calibrated, SNOTEL-backed look at snowfall, forecast accuracy, and access — so you know which to ski.
Stowe
VT · 4,393 ft
pending
Killington
VT · 4,241 ft
pending
Side-by-Side
| Metric | Stowe | Killington |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Vermont VT | Vermont VT |
| Summit elevation | 4,393 ft 1,380 ft base | 4,241 ft 1,165 ft base |
| NWS accuracy grade | Pending limited verified storms | Pending limited verified storms |
| Calibrated season snowfall | 26" 25 storms | 6" 20 storms |
| Avg storm-day rate | 0.7"/day | 0.3"/day |
| Best storm | 62/100 Major | 24/100 Tracked |
| Verified storms | 0 SNOTEL-verified | 0 SNOTEL-verified |
| Community reports | 24 TGR posts | 15 TGR posts |
| Nearest airport | BTV | RUT |
| Drive time | 0.75h 36 mi · BTV | 1.5h 90 mi · BTV |
| Access difficulty | Easy | Easy |
| Pass | Epic | 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 Stowe and Killington — few verified storms so far. Each earns a grade as StormDrop verifies more storms against SNOTEL.
Stowe got more snow this season — 26" of calibrated snowfall versus 6" at Killington. Stowe also averaged 0.7"/storm-day.
Stowe is the easier trip — about 0.75h from BTV (Burlington), versus 1.5h from BTV for Killington.
Best for
Stowe — quick-strike trips — the easier drive at ~0.75h from BTV.
Best for
Killington — Epic pass holders who want calibrated numbers before booking.
Local Knowledge
TGR Community IntelStowe
Whiteout/low-visibility days excellent for BC skiing (described as 'like being inside a ping pong ball' but with fantastic conditions).
Killington
Early morning (8am) provides best visibility and conditions; expect rain around 11:30am; continue skiing despite wet conditions or exit when soaked
FAQ
Does Stowe or Killington get more snow?
Stowe got more snow this season — 26" of calibrated snowfall versus 6" at Killington. Stowe also averaged 0.7"/storm-day.
Is Stowe or Killington easier to get to?
Stowe is the easier trip — about 0.75h from BTV (Burlington), versus 1.5h from BTV for Killington.
Which has the more accurate snow forecast, Stowe or Killington?
NWS accuracy grades are pending for both Stowe and Killington — few verified storms so far. Each earns a grade as StormDrop verifies more storms against SNOTEL.
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