Narvik is a ski resort in Norway.

Narvik runs from a base elevation of 136 m (446 ft) to a summit of 1,006 m (3,301 ft), giving a vertical drop of 870 m (2,854 ft).

Narvik has 2,428 acres (983 hectares) of skiable terrain, 16 marked runs and 6 lifts.

Which ski pass covers Narvik?

Narvik 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.

How much snow does Narvik get in a typical season?

Narvik averages 44 inches / 111 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.

Tier E — Deep timing play — aim late winter

📷 Narvik

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Narvik

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Off-season

Closed for the season · reopens Dec 19

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 21, 04:06 PM UTC · informational only

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Overview

Narvik is a ski resort in Europe, Norway, currently closed for the season (Closed for the season · reopens Dec 19). Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 16:06 UTC.

Resort Guide

Narvikfjellet is a ski resort located in Narvik, northern Norway, offering panoramic views of fjords and mountains above the Arctic Circle. The resort features a variety of slopes for all skill levels, a modern gondola, and opportunities for both alpine and off-piste skiing. Its unique setting allows for skiing under the Northern Lights in winter and extended daylight in spring, while amenities include a ski school, equipment rental, and a mountaintop restaurant. Narvikfjellet stands out for its dramatic scenery and the combination of urban proximity and wilderness adventure.

Gallery

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Terrain & lifts

Resort-reported stats for Narvik

Lifts

Skiable area

2428 ac

Longest run

5 km / 3.1 mi

Runs by difficulty(16 total)

Beginner

67% of terrain

Intermediate

28% of terrain

Advanced

5% of terrain

Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.

Lift fleet

Gondola1
High-speed 61
Surface lift3

Resort Info

Summit1006m

Base136m

Vertical870m

Lifts6

Runs16

Skiable Area2428 acres

Average snowfall44 inches / 111 cm

CountryNorway

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Season dates

Projected openingDecember 19, 2026

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

Fjellheisrestauranten – Perched at the top of the Narvikfjellet cable car, this après-ski spot offers panoramic views of the fjord and mountains, a cozy atmosphere, and a selection of local drinks, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Narvik El Niño rank & forecast

Narvik ranks #149 of 152 SnowSure resorts — Tier E, −21% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier E — Deep timing play — aim late winter: Strong El Niño winters ran clearly below this resort’s own baseline (≤ −8%). Still skiable — schedule late season; one storm cycle can beat the climatology.

#149 of 152Tier E — Deep timing play — aim late winter

Strong-event signal: −21% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Narvik averaged -21% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The honest read: this is the fleet's deepest timing play. The snow still comes — it comes later and leaner, so point your winter 2026-27 trip at the historical late-winter peak, stay flexible on dates, and watch our monthly scorecard. Analog winters: '97-98 -16%, '15-16 -36%, '23-24 -11%. One caveat that always holds: a single storm cycle can beat the climatology.

'97-98 −16%'15-16 −36%'23-24 −11%

Signal = average snowfall in the three strongest El Niño winters since 1996 ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24) vs this resort's own 30-year ERA5 baseline. n=3 — a lean, not a law. Updated monthly against measured snowfall Dec–Mar.

Full El Niño report →

Key

What the tiers mean

% vs each resort's own 30-year average in strong El Niño winters.

Tier	Signal	Means
A — Prime terrain	≥ +8%	Historically much snowier than normal.
B — Favored	+3% to +8%	Modest upside vs normal.
C — ENSO-proof	about −3% to +3%	Near-normal snowfall — a hedge, not a jackpot or bust.
D — Late bloomer	−3% to −8%	Often lighter early — aim Feb–Mar.
E — Timing play	≤ −8%	Often lighter overall — aim late winter.

Live Conditions

Narvik Webcams

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Local Reports

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SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily 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 Narvik (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, 4:06 PM

Hourly Forecast Detail
	Today 10 / 61.2mm			Sat, Aug 22 8 / 63mm			Sun, Aug 23 8 / 41.2mm			Mon, Aug 24 6 / 46mm			Tue, Aug 25 6 / 533mm			Wed, Aug 26 6 / 59.9mm
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Wind (km/h)	7	3	6	3	5	3	4	10	6	2	6	9	17	18	12	3	3	6
Gusts (km/h)	13	8	12	8	10	8	10	17	13	8	14	17	17	23	24	25	26	22

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The last completed season totaled ~406.4 cm. That's 22% below the 5-year average (521 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 4% below the 30-year average (423 cm).

Narvik Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 537cm with an average of 158 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
Month	Avg Snowfall	Snowfall Days	Avg Base Depth	Max Base Depth	Biggest Snowfall
November	53cm	19 days	48cm	67cm	9.7cm
December	72.9cm	21 days	84cm	108cm	13.7cm
January	86.7cm	20 days	123cm	148cm	15.8cm
February	75.1cm	20 days	157cm	176cm	13.4cm
March	90.9cm	22 days	180cm	201cm	14cm
April	58.7cm	19 days	193cm	206cm	9.6cm
May	34.6cm	14 days	157cm	189cm	9cm

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 Dec 19, 2026

Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.

ENSO seasonal analog

History · not a forecast

In 10 past El Niño winters at Narvik, ERA5 season snowfall median was 460 cm (181 in), about 4% below this resort’s long-term median. This is a historical analog from reanalysis — not a prediction of this winter’s storm track.

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MJJ 2026 · ANOM +1.39°C

Analog season median

460 cm

10 El Niño winters · 4% below median

All-season median

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Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

Phase	Seasons	Median	p25–p75	Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent	10	460 cm	444 cm – 487 cm	2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña	12	482 cm	360 cm – 617 cm	2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral	8	553 cm	466 cm – 658 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

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Peak Season

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Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.

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Frequently asked questions about Narvik

Where is Narvik?: Narvik is a ski resort in Norway.
How high is Narvik?: Narvik runs from a base elevation of 136 m (446 ft) to a summit of 1,006 m (3,301 ft), giving a vertical drop of 870 m (2,854 ft).
How big is Narvik?: Narvik has 2,428 acres (983 hectares) of skiable terrain, 16 marked runs and 6 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Narvik?: Narvik 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.
How much snow does Narvik get in a typical season?: Narvik averages 44 inches / 111 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Narvik in winter 2026-27?: El Niño Signal Rank: #149 of 152 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal −21% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Narvik averaged -21% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The honest read: this is the fleet's deepest timing play. The snow still comes — it comes later and leaner, so point your winter 2026-27 trip at the historical late-winter peak, stay flexible on dates, and watch our monthly scorecard. Analog winters: '97-98 -16%, '15-16 -36%, '23-24 -11%. One caveat that always holds: a single storm cycle can beat the climatology.

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Narvik

Overview

Resort Guide

Gallery

Terrain & lifts

Runs by difficulty(16 total)

Lift fleet

Resort Info

Top Après Ski

Snow Summary

Snowfall Forecast Maps

Current Conditions

Depth by source

Narvik El Niño rank & forecast

Narvik Webcams

Local Reports

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting

Hourly Forecast Detail

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

10-Day Forecast

Season vs Historic

Narvik Snow History

Season at a Glance

ENSO seasonal analog

Best Months to Visit

Frequently asked questions about Narvik

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