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Åre Resort Guide
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Best months to book: March, February, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Pre-season — not open yet — closed May 3
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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.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Åre
Lifts
47
Skiable area
1080 ac
Longest run
6.5 km / 4.0 mi
Runs by difficulty(89 total)
Beginner
44
49% of terrain
Intermediate
37
42% of terrain
Advanced
8
9% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Gondola1
- Aerial tram1
- Surface lift30
- Funicular1
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
SkiStar
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
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.
Season vs Historic
Updated Mon, Oct 5, 06:01 PM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 222cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 210cm full-season avg
222cm
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 Season Snowfall
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Åre Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 248cm with an average of 70 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 | 33cm | 9 days | 15cm | 28cm | 7cm |
| December | 38cm | 11 days | 35cm | 47cm | 7cm |
| January | 45cm | 12 days | 55cm | 67cm | 9cm |
| February | 34cm | 10 days | 69cm | 78cm | 7cm |
| March | 40cm | 11 days | 76cm | 85cm | 8cm |
| April | 25cm | 8 days | 67cm | 82cm | 6cm |
| May | 10cm | 3 days | 23cm | 50cm | 4cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
70 days scored, from 22 Feb
39
Best Day
25 Feb
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
0
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 3925 Feb
- 3726 Feb5cm
- 3727 Feb1cm
March 2026
- 323 Mar
- 3115 Mar
- 302 Mar
April 2026
- 346 Apr4cm
- 314 Apr1cm
- 293 Apr
May 2026
- 183 May
- 151 May
- 122 May
February scored highest for Åre in 2025-26. Based on 70 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 3, 2026
Through May 3, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
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 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.
