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Bansko ski resort

📷 Bansko

Europe

Bansko

Closed for the season

Season ended April 12, 2026

Conditions data updated Thu, May 28, 09:01 PM UTC · informational only

Closed for Season — closed April 12

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

May 2

Past 24 Hours

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Past 48 Hours

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Past 10 Days

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14-Day Forecast

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Snow Depth

150cm

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Powder Days

12

this season

Updated: May 28, 9:01 PMWeather at base: 990m

Overview

Bansko is a ski resort in Europe, Bulgaria, currently closed for the season as of April 12, 2026. Today's SnowSure™ Score is 10/100 (Limited), snow base 150 cm (59.1 in). Conditions last updated 2026-05-28 21:01 UTC.

Resort Guide

Bansko is a prominent ski resort located in southwestern Bulgaria at the foot of the Pirin Mountains, offering over 70 kilometers of marked ski runs suitable for all levels. The resort features modern lift infrastructure, a lively après-ski scene, and a blend of traditional town charm with contemporary amenities. Signature experiences include extensive snowmaking, a long ski season, and access to cultural attractions in the historic town of Bansko. The resort stands out for its combination of affordable skiing, scenic alpine landscapes, and vibrant local culture.

Resort Info

Summit2560m
Base990m
Vertical5046m
Lifts18
Runs18
Skiable Area1495 acres
Avg Snowfall59 inches / 150 cm
CountryBulgaria

Top Après Ski

Happy End – A legendary après-ski bar at the base of the gondola, Happy End is renowned for its energetic live music, DJ parties, and spacious dance floor, making it the go-to spot for lively post-ski celebrations in Bansko.

SnowSure™ ScoreAI
Closed for the season

Not operating — season has ended

Closed April 12, 2026

SnowSure scores and forecasts below are for planning and reference only while the resort is closed.

Depth

72cm depth - good coverage on most runs.

Recent

No significant recent snowfall.

Forecast

Light snow possible in the forecast.

Historic

Season is performing around average.

Closed for the season · Data updated Thu, May 28, 09:01 PM UTC · informational only

Snow Summary

2560mECMWF Model

Updated May 28, 2026 at 9:20 PM

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Current Conditions

Reported Thu, May 28, 09:01 PM UTC

Freezing Level

1970m

🌡️ Mid-mountain - mixed conditions

Base

990m

Temp

12.9°C

Wind

1.8km/h

Snow Depth

--

14-Day Forecast

0.1cm

Mid-Mountain

1775m

Temp

13.6°C

Wind

6.6km/h

Snow Depth

--

14-Day Forecast

0.1cm

Summit

2560m

Temp

2.7°C

Wind

1.8km/h

Snow Depth

150cm

14-Day Forecast

0.1cm

Live Conditions

Bansko Webcams

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Resort Webcam

6 webcams • Click to expand

Local Reports

0 reports
SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (2560m)

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10-Day Forecast

Fri

29

🌤️

8.8°

-0.9°

Sat

30

☁️

9.8°

-0.9°

Sun

31

🌧️

9.1°

0.9°

Mon

1

🌧️

11.3°

2.2°

Tue

2

🌧️

11.9°

3.6°

Wed

3

🌧️

11.6°

3.9°

Thu

4

🌧️

10°

3.8°

Fri

5

🌧️

14.3°

5°

Sat

6

🌧️

16.3°

5.9°

Sun

7

☁️

19°

8.3°

Summit elevation (2560m) • ECMWF model

Season vs Historic

Updated Thu, May 28, 09:01 PM UTC

356.7cm

Season Total

This Season to Date

+3%

vs 5-Year Avg

347.8cm avg by now

+61%

vs 30-Year Avg

222cm avg by now

347.8cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

Over the past five years, snowfall has been significantly above the long-term 30-year average, with the 5-year average reaching 287.1 cm compared to the 30-year average of 190.1 cm. The most recent season recorded snowfall at 98% of the 5-year average, indicating a slight decrease from the recent high levels but still well above the long-term norm at 148% of the 30-year average. Notably, the 2020 and 2021 seasons saw exceptionally high snowfall, peaking at 371.8 cm and 353.8 cm respectively, before a gradual decline in the following years. This pattern suggests a period of elevated snowfall with some recent moderation, though levels remain historically high.

Season at a Glance

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.