📷 Hafjell
Europe
Hafjell
Closed for the season
Season ended April 12, 2026
Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:04 PM UTC · informational only
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Closed for the season — closed April 12
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Overview
Hafjell is a ski resort in Europe, Norway, currently closed for the season (Season ended April 12, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 15:04 UTC.
Resort Guide
Hafjell is a prominent ski resort located in Øyer, Norway, just north of Lillehammer, offering 50 kilometers of alpine slopes and a modern lift system. The resort features a family-friendly atmosphere with dedicated children's areas, terrain parks, and extensive cross-country trails. Signature experiences include night skiing, a ski-in/ski-out village, and access to Olympic-standard facilities, making it a versatile destination for both recreational skiers and competitive athletes. Key amenities include ski rentals, restaurants, and accommodation options ranging from hotels to cabins.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Hafjell
Lifts
18
Skiable area
610.6 ac
Longest run
7.5 km / 4.7 mi
Runs by difficulty(50 total)
Beginner
38
76% of terrain
Intermediate
8
16% of terrain
Advanced
4
8% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Gondola1
- High-speed 62
- High-speed quad2
- Surface lift10
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
Gaiastova – A renowned après-ski spot at the top of Hafjell, Gaiastova is celebrated for its energetic atmosphere, live music events, and panoramic mountain views, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Snow Summary
Updated Aug 21, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Scandinavia region
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Aug 21, 03:04 PM UTC
Base
195m
Temp
13.3°C
Wind
2.9km/h
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Mid-Mountain
627m
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Wind
3km/h
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Summit
1059m
Temp
7.6°C
Wind
2.9km/h
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Live Conditions
Hafjell Webcams
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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 Hafjell (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, 3:04 PM
Today 11 / 46.3mm | Sat, Aug 22 9 / 30.9mm | Sun, Aug 23 13 / 4 | Mon, Aug 24 13 / 3 | Tue, Aug 25 14 / 3 | Wed, Aug 26 15 / 6 | |||||||||||||
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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) | 0.9 | 3 | 2.4 | 0.3 | 0.6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (°C) | 6 | 10 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 11 | 7 | 7 | 12 | 6 | 7 | 13 | 7 | 10 | 14 | 9 |
| Wind (km/h) | 2 | 3 | 4 | 14 | 17 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 9 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 4 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 12 | 18 | 14 | 39 | 46 | 31 | 37 | 36 | 29 | 12 | 19 | 13 | 11 | 25 | 17 | 21 | 39 | 25 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (1059m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
21
🌧️
10.7°
3.5°
8 km/h
Sat
22
🌧️
9.1°
3.3°
18 km/h
Sun
23
☁️
12.7°
4°
15 km/h
Mon
24
☁️
12.8°
2.5°
7 km/h
Tue
25
🌤️
13.9°
2.9°
5 km/h
Wed
26
⛅
14.8°
6°
8 km/h
Thu
27
☁️
14.4°
5.7°
15 km/h
Fri
28
🌧️
11.7°
8°
15 km/h
Sat
29
🌧️
9.4°
8.2°
12 km/h
Sun
30
🌧️
9.7°
7.9°
11 km/h
Summit elevation (1059m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:04 PM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 151cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 205cm full-season avg
151cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~116.3 cm. That's 23% below the 5-year average (151 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 43% below the 30-year average (205 cm).
Hafjell Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 246cm with an average of 115 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 | 38.3cm | 16 days | 20cm | 36cm | 9.1cm |
| December | 39.1cm | 18 days | 47cm | 63cm | 9.2cm |
| January | 44.6cm | 18 days | 73cm | 88cm | 9.3cm |
| February | 32.1cm | 17 days | 87cm | 98cm | 7cm |
| March | 31cm | 15 days | 88cm | 100cm | 8cm |
| April | 26.1cm | 12 days | 69cm | 88cm | 8.1cm |
| May | 11.2cm | 7 days | 19cm | 49cm | 4.8cm |
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 28, 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 Hafjell, ERA5 season snowfall median was 254 cm (100 in), about 8% 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
254 cm
10 El Niño winters · 8% above median
All-season median
236 cm
Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)
| Phase | Seasons | Median | p25–p75 | Recent analogs |
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| El Niñocurrent | 10 | 254 cm | 216 cm – 273 cm | 2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009 |
| La Niña | 12 | 268 cm | 218 cm – 283 cm | 2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010 |
| ENSO-neutral | 8 | 206 cm | 190 cm – 226 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 Hafjell
- Where is Hafjell?
- Hafjell is a ski resort in Norway.
- How high is Hafjell?
- Hafjell runs from a base elevation of 195 m (640 ft) to a summit of 1,059 m (3,474 ft), giving a vertical drop of 864 m (2,835 ft).
- How big is Hafjell?
- Hafjell has 1,509 acres (611 hectares) of skiable terrain, 50 marked runs and 18 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Hafjell?
- Hafjell 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 Hafjell?
- Hafjell 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 Hafjell get in a typical season?
- Hafjell averages 74 inches / 188 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
