📷 Kvitfjell
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Kvitfjell
Closed for the season
Season ended April 19, 2026
Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 21, 04:05 PM UTC · informational only
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Closed for the season — closed April 19
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Overview
Kvitfjell is a ski resort in Europe, Norway, currently closed for the season (Season ended April 19, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 16:05 UTC.
Resort Guide
Kvitfjell is a renowned ski resort located in the Gudbrandsdalen valley of Norway, developed for the 1994 Lillehammer Winter Olympics. The resort features over 600 meters of vertical drop, a variety of slopes for all skill levels, and is especially known for its Olympic downhill run and well-groomed pistes. Kvitfjell offers modern amenities including ski-in/ski-out accommodations, multiple dining options, and a family-friendly atmosphere, while its extensive snowmaking and long season ensure reliable conditions. The resort stands out for its combination of world-class racing heritage and scenic Norwegian mountain landscapes.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Kvitfjell
Lifts
14
Skiable area
238.2 ac
Longest run
4 km / 2.5 mi
Runs by difficulty(36 total)
Beginner
20
55% of terrain
Intermediate
11
32% of terrain
Advanced
5
13% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Aerial tram1
- High-speed 63
- High-speed quad1
- Surface lift6
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
No ski pass found
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Koia – This stylish mountain lodge is renowned for its cozy atmosphere, panoramic views, and vibrant après-ski scene, offering craft cocktails, local beers, and live music events that attract both locals and visitors after a day on the slopes.
Snow Summary
Updated Aug 21, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Scandinavia region
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Aug 21, 04:05 PM UTC
Depth by source
every reading we have- GHCNSummit 18cm
The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.
Base
185m
Temp
12.2°C
Wind
4.9km/h
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Mid-Mountain
612m
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5km/h
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Summit
1039m
Temp
6.6°C
Wind
4.9km/h
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Live Conditions
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Local Reports
0 reportsDaily Snowfall Forecast by Model
Black line = verified SnowSure™ blend (not a simple average). Weights update weekly from measured snowfall at SNOTEL stations and resort reports.
SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting
The black line is not a simple average. For Kvitfjell (scandinavia), we combine seven global weather models using weights learned from daily forecast verification — comparing each model's prediction to measured snowfall (SNOTEL, resort reports, ERA5).
- 1.Horizon buckets: days 1–3, 4–7, and 8–14 each get separate weights — short-range skill differs from long-range.
- 2.Regional calibration: weights come from verified error in this geography (Rockies, Alps, Japan, etc.), recalculated weekly.
- 3.Ground truth only: we never grade a forecast against another model — only against measured snow.
Building verification history for this resort.
How we verify forecasts →Hourly Forecast Detail
AM / PM / Night breakdown with wind and freezing level
NWP models refresh up to 4× daily · Last synced Aug 21, 4:05 PM
Today 11 / 46.6mm | Sat, Aug 22 9 / 416.2mm | Sun, Aug 23 13 / 3 | Mon, Aug 24 13 / 3 | Tue, Aug 25 15 / 3 | Wed, Aug 26 16 / 5 | |||||||||||||
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| Period | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night |
| Snow (cm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Precip (mm) | 2.1 | 3.3 | 1.2 | 8.7 | 6 | 1.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (°C) | 7 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 12 | 7 | 8 | 12 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 7 | 9 | 15 | 9 |
| Wind (km/h) | 2 | 3 | 4 | 11 | 12 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 4 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 13 | 18 | 13 | 31 | 36 | 27 | 28 | 32 | 25 | 10 | 15 | 11 | 10 | 24 | 17 | 22 | 42 | 26 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (1039m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
21
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11.4°
3.9°
6 km/h
Sat
22
🌧️
8.7°
4.3°
13 km/h
Sun
23
⛅
13.4°
3.4°
13 km/h
Mon
24
☁️
12.7°
3.2°
5 km/h
Tue
25
⛅
14.6°
3.2°
7 km/h
Wed
26
⛅
15.7°
5.4°
8 km/h
Thu
27
⛅
15.2°
5.2°
15 km/h
Fri
28
🌧️
11.6°
7.3°
12 km/h
Sat
29
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9.5°
7.9°
11 km/h
Sun
30
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10°
7.8°
11 km/h
Summit elevation (1039m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 04:05 PM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 136cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 180cm full-season avg
136cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~115.6 cm. That's 15% below the 5-year average (136 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 36% below the 30-year average (180 cm).
Kvitfjell Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 227cm with an average of 122 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 36.1cm | 18 days | 24cm | 39cm | 8cm |
| December | 34cm | 19 days | 50cm | 64cm | 7.8cm |
| January | 36.9cm | 19 days | 72cm | 85cm | 7.3cm |
| February | 26.6cm | 16 days | 84cm | 93cm | 5.6cm |
| March | 26.5cm | 16 days | 85cm | 94cm | 6.5cm |
| April | 25.3cm | 13 days | 72cm | 88cm | 7.2cm |
| May | 14.3cm | 8 days | 30cm | 62cm | 5.8cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Nov 15, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
ENSO seasonal analog
History · not a forecastIn 10 past El Niño winters at Kvitfjell, ERA5 season snowfall median was 226 cm (89 in), about 2% above this resort’s long-term median. This is a historical analog from reanalysis — not a prediction of this winter’s storm track.
Prevailing ONI
El Niño
MJJ 2026 · ANOM +1.39°C
Analog season median
226 cm
10 El Niño winters · 2% above median
All-season median
221 cm
Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)
| Phase | Seasons | Median | p25–p75 | Recent analogs |
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| El Niñocurrent | 10 | 226 cm | 207 cm – 247 cm | 2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009 |
| La Niña | 12 | 242 cm | 211 cm – 258 cm | 2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010 |
| ENSO-neutral | 8 | 195 cm | 175 cm – 220 cm | 2025, 2024, 2016, 2013, 2012, 2003 |
Season snowfall from Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis (~9 km). ENSO phase from NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index. Relative phase differences are more trustworthy than absolute cm totals. Source: NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index + Open-Meteo ERA5 via SnowSure season archive.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Kvitfjell
- Where is Kvitfjell?
- Kvitfjell is a ski resort in Norway.
- How high is Kvitfjell?
- Kvitfjell runs from a base elevation of 185 m (607 ft) to a summit of 1,039 m (3,409 ft), giving a vertical drop of 854 m (2,802 ft).
- How big is Kvitfjell?
- Kvitfjell has 589 acres (238 hectares) of skiable terrain, 36 marked runs and 14 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Kvitfjell?
- Kvitfjell is on the No ski pass found. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Kvitfjell?
- Kvitfjell typically operates from November to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Kvitfjell get in a typical season?
- Kvitfjell averages 96 inches / 244 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
