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Gudauri Resort Guide
Projected to open December 27, 2026
Best months to book: April, March, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 27 — closed April 12
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 9
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Resort Guide
Gudauri is a ski resort located in the Greater Caucasus mountain range of Georgia, offering over 70 kilometers of ski runs and modern lift infrastructure. The resort is known for its high-altitude slopes, reliable snowfall, and open terrain suitable for both beginners and advanced skiers. Gudauri features a relaxed atmosphere, opportunities for freeride and heli-skiing, and amenities including ski schools, equipment rentals, and a variety of accommodation options. Its expansive views and accessible off-piste areas distinguish it as a premier destination for winter sports enthusiasts in the region.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Gudauri
Lifts
17
Longest run
7 km / 4.3 mi
Lift fleet
- Gondola4
- High-speed 66
- Quad chair1
- Triple chair2
- Surface lift4
Snowmaking covers about 15% of terrain.
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Top Après Ski
Khreki Bar – A popular après-ski spot in Gudauri, Khreki Bar is known for its cozy atmosphere, live music, and a wide selection of drinks, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Wed, Oct 14, 12:05 AM UTC
11cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-96%
vs 5-Year Avg
309cm avg by now
-96%
vs 30-Year Avg
270cm avg by now
309cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~12.4 cm. That's 96% below the 5-year average (309 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 95% below the 30-year average (270 cm).
Gudauri Season Snowfall
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Gudauri Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 347cm with an average of 69 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 22% above this average (423cm over the last ten tracked seasons). 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 33cm | 6 days | 14cm | 27cm | 9cm |
| December | 38cm | 7 days | 36cm | 52cm | 11cm |
| January | 37cm | 8 days | 60cm | 76cm | 9cm |
| February | 39cm | 8 days | 78cm | 93cm | 10cm |
| March | 67cm | 13 days | 92cm | 110cm | 15cm |
| April | 66cm | 12 days | 85cm | 110cm | 15cm |
| May | 30cm | 6 days | 27cm | 67cm | 9cm |
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
23 days scored, from 20 Mar
67
Best Day
11 Apr
4
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
4
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
March 2026
- 4829 Mar6cm
- 4523 Mar6cm
- 4525 Mar
April 2026
- 6711 Apr14cm
- 649 Apr13cm
- 6210 Apr6cm
April scored highest for Gudauri in 2025-26. Based on 23 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 27, 2026
Through Apr 12, 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 Gudauri
- Where is Gudauri?
- Gudauri is a ski resort in Georgia.
- How high is Gudauri?
- Gudauri runs from a base elevation of 2,200 m (7,218 ft) to a summit of 3,071 m (10,075 ft), giving a vertical drop of 871 m (2,858 ft).
- How big is Gudauri?
- Gudauri has 57 marked runs and 17 lifts.
- When is ski season at Gudauri?
- Gudauri typically operates from December 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 Gudauri get in a typical season?
- Gudauri averages 98 inches / 250 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
