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Tier D — Late bloomer — aim Feb–Mar

📷 Åre

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Åre

Closed for the season

Season ended May 3, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:02 PM UTC · informational only

Closed for the season — closed May 3

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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Updated: Aug 21, 3:02 PM•Weather at base: 380m

Overview

Åre is a ski resort in Europe, Sweden, currently closed for the season (Season ended May 3, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 15:02 UTC.

Resort Guide

Åre is Sweden’s largest ski resort, located in the Jämtland mountains, offering over 100 slopes and a modern lift system across several interconnected ski areas. The resort features a vibrant village atmosphere with a variety of restaurants, shops, and après-ski options, as well as family-friendly amenities and activities. Signature experiences include night skiing, extensive off-piste terrain, and scenic views of Lake Åresjön, making it a versatile destination for both advanced skiers and beginners.

Resort Info

Summit1420m
Base380m
Vertical1040m
Lifts47
Runs89
Skiable Area1080 acres
Average snowfall165 inches / 420 cm
CountrySweden
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Season dates

Season endedMay 3, 2026
Projected openingDecember 3, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

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Top Après Ski

Bygget – A legendary après-ski and nightlife venue in Åre, Bygget is renowned for its energetic live music, themed parties, and multiple bars, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers looking to celebrate after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

Scandinavia region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 21, 03:02 PM UTC

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Base

380m

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14.5°C

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Åre El Niño rank & forecast

Åre ranks #108 of 152 SnowSure resorts — Tier D, −8% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier D — Late bloomer — aim Feb–Mar: Often a bit lighter early (−3% to −8% vs normal). History favors waiting for peak-depth months (often Feb–Mar) rather than skipping the resort.

#108 of 152Tier D — Late bloomer — aim Feb–Mar

Strong-event signal: −8% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Åre averaged -8% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Not a warning — a scheduling note. El Niño winters here tend to start slower and reward the late-winter core, when the base peaks and the El Niño headlines have pushed the crowds elsewhere. Aim February–March for winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -1%, '15-16 -25%, '23-24 +2%.

'97-98 −1%'15-16 −25%'23-24 +3%

Signal = average snowfall in the three strongest El Niño winters since 1996 ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24) vs this resort's own 30-year ERA5 baseline. n=3 — a lean, not a law. Updated monthly against measured snowfall Dec–Mar.

Full El Niño report →

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SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily 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 Åre (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, 3:02 PM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
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Sat, Aug 22
8 / 20.3mm
Sun, Aug 23
5 / 22.1mm
Mon, Aug 24
6 / 21.8mm
Tue, Aug 25
10 / 1
Wed, Aug 26
13 / 3
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
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Precip (mm)0.60.92.1000.30.90.90.30.60.90.3000000
Temp (°C)3733743433533947126
Wind (km/h)2229128161914151611443152
Gusts (km/h)131310233020374435393830141717132121

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

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10-Day Forecast

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23

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24

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Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:02 PM UTC

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~135.4 cm. That's 39% below the 5-year average (222 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 36% below the 30-year average (210 cm).

Åre Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 248cm with an average of 135 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
MonthAvg SnowfallSnowfall DaysAvg Base DepthMax Base DepthBiggest Snowfall
November32.9cm17 days15cm28cm7.2cm
December37.6cm20 days35cm47cm7.4cm
January45.3cm22 days55cm67cm8.5cm
February34.4cm19 days69cm78cm7.1cm
March39.6cm20 days76cm85cm7.9cm
April24.7cm15 days67cm82cm5.9cm
May10.1cm8 days23cm50cm3.6cm

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 Dec 3, 2026

Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.

ENSO seasonal analog

History · not a forecast

In 10 past El Niño winters at Åre, ERA5 season snowfall median was 255 cm (100 in), about 5% 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

255 cm

10 El Niño winters · 5% above median

All-season median

243 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10255 cm224 cm – 272 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12243 cm222 cm – 275 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8225 cm186 cm – 261 cm2025, 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

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March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.

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Frequently asked questions about Åre

Where is Åre?
Åre is a ski resort in Sweden.
How high is Åre?
Åre runs from a base elevation of 380 m (1,247 ft) to a summit of 1,420 m (4,659 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,040 m (3,412 ft).
How big is Åre?
Åre has 1,080 acres (437 hectares) of skiable terrain, 89 marked runs and 47 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Åre?
Åre is on the SkiStar. 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 Åre?
Åre typically operates from December to May. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Åre get in a typical season?
Åre averages 165 inches / 420 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Åre in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #108 of 152 SnowSure resorts · Tier D · strong-event signal −8% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Åre averaged -8% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Not a warning — a scheduling note. El Niño winters here tend to start slower and reward the late-winter core, when the base peaks and the El Niño headlines have pushed the crowds elsewhere. Aim February–March for winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -1%, '15-16 -25%, '23-24 +2%.