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Hafjell ski resort

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Hafjell

Closed for the season

Best months to book: January, March, February · last season + 30-yr record

Pre-season — not open yet — closed April 12

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Updated: Oct 5, 5:02 PM•Weather at base: 195m
SnowSure™ Score2025-26 season
Pre-season — not open yet

Hafjell is closed for the season. Here is when it is usually best to book.

Best months to book: January, March, February. Best weeks: 30 Mar–5 Apr, 23 Mar–29 Mar, 6 Apr–12 Apr.NovDec1Jan3Feb2MarAprOpens 28 NovCloses 12 Apr

Best months to book

  1. #1January45cm avg
  2. #2March31cm avg · scored 28.4
  3. #3February32cm avg

Best weeks to book

  1. #1 30 Mar – 5 Apr · 38.9
  2. #2 23 Mar – 29 Mar · 23.8
  3. #3 6 Apr – 12 Apr · 27.4

Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.

Current Conditions

Reported Mon, Oct 5, 05:02 PM UTC

Terrain Open

Pre-season — not open yet

Last season ended April 12, 2026

50 runs · 18 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.

Snow Summary

1,059m

Updated Oct 5, 2026 at 5:02 PM

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About Hafjell

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.

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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.
How will El Niño affect Hafjell in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #251 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier D · strong-event signal -3% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Hafjell averaged -3% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 +11%, '15-16 -1%, '23-24 -19%. A pattern, not a promise.