📷 Norefjell
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Norefjell
Off-season
Closed for the season · reopens Nov 22
Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 21, 04:06 PM UTC · informational only
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Overview
Norefjell is a ski resort in Europe, Norway, currently closed for the season (Closed for the season · reopens Nov 22). Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 16:06 UTC.
Resort Guide
Norefjell is a ski resort located in the mountains of southern Norway, approximately 1.5 hours from Oslo. The resort features a vertical drop of 1,010 meters, offering a variety of slopes for all skill levels, as well as Norway’s highest skiable drop. Norefjell is known for its scenic views over lakes and forests, modern ski-in/ski-out accommodations, and amenities such as a spa, restaurants, and family-friendly activities. Its combination of accessible location, extensive terrain, and natural beauty distinguishes it as a premier Norwegian ski destination.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Norefjell
Lifts
15
Skiable area
1221.2 ac
Longest run
7 km / 4.3 mi
Runs by difficulty(30 total)
Beginner
20
68% of terrain
Intermediate
6
20% of terrain
Advanced
4
12% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- High-speed 61
- High-speed quad1
- Double chair1
- Surface lift10
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Indy Pass
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
NorefjellHytta Restaurant & Overnatting – This cozy mountain lodge is renowned for its inviting après-ski atmosphere, offering a blend of gourmet cuisine, local drinks, and panoramic views, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Snow Summary
Updated Aug 21, 2026 at 4:06 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Scandinavia region
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Aug 21, 04:06 PM UTC
Depth by source
every reading we have- GHCNBase 0cm
The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.
Base
180m
Temp
17.1°C
Wind
3.4km/h
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Mid-Mountain
684m
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4km/h
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Summit
1188m
Temp
10.5°C
Wind
3.4km/h
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Live Conditions
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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 Norefjell (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
Today 12 / 20.6mm | Sat, Aug 22 10 / 31.2mm | Sun, Aug 23 13 / 3 | Mon, Aug 24 12 / 5 | Tue, Aug 25 14 / 6 | Wed, Aug 26 14 / 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 | 0.6 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 0.9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (°C) | 6 | 12 | 6 | 6 | 9 | 5 | 7 | 12 | 7 | 8 | 12 | 8 | 9 | 13 | 9 | 9 | 13 | 9 |
| Wind (km/h) | 5 | 4 | 3 | 10 | 14 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 8 | 2 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 20 | 20 | 20 | 36 | 45 | 33 | 30 | 30 | 22 | 8 | 20 | 8 | 12 | 27 | 17 | 19 | 40 | 26 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (1188m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
21
🌧️
12°
1.7°
7 km/h
Sat
22
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9.7°
2.7°
15 km/h
Sun
23
☁️
12.9°
3.1°
10 km/h
Mon
24
☁️
12.4°
4.6°
7 km/h
Tue
25
☁️
13.9°
5.7°
5 km/h
Wed
26
⛅
13.7°
6.4°
8 km/h
Thu
27
🌧️
12.1°
5.1°
10 km/h
Fri
28
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10.5°
7.1°
10 km/h
Sat
29
🌧️
9.1°
7°
8 km/h
Sun
30
🌧️
8.4°
6.8°
7 km/h
Summit elevation (1188m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 04:06 PM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 217cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 239cm full-season avg
217cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~119.4 cm. That's 45% below the 5-year average (217 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 50% below the 30-year average (239 cm).
Norefjell Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 274cm with an average of 102 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 | 42.6cm | 15 days | 17cm | 32cm | 11.4cm |
| December | 46.6cm | 17 days | 44cm | 61cm | 11.5cm |
| January | 54.9cm | 18 days | 74cm | 92cm | 11.4cm |
| February | 37cm | 16 days | 88cm | 100cm | 9.1cm |
| March | 37.9cm | 15 days | 90cm | 105cm | 10.5cm |
| April | 26.7cm | 10 days | 67cm | 89cm | 8.3cm |
| May | 7.7cm | 4 days | 16cm | 45cm | 4.5cm |
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 22, 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 Norefjell, ERA5 season snowfall median was 284 cm (112 in), about 5% 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
284 cm
10 El Niño winters · 5% above median
All-season median
270 cm
Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)
| Phase | Seasons | Median | p25–p75 | Recent analogs |
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| El Niñocurrent | 10 | 284 cm | 262 cm – 307 cm | 2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009 |
| La Niña | 12 | 301 cm | 217 cm – 371 cm | 2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010 |
| ENSO-neutral | 8 | 216 cm | 197 cm – 250 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 Norefjell
- Where is Norefjell?
- Norefjell is a ski resort in Norway.
- How high is Norefjell?
- Norefjell runs from a base elevation of 180 m (591 ft) to a summit of 1,188 m (3,898 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,008 m (3,307 ft).
- How big is Norefjell?
- Norefjell has 1,221 acres (494 hectares) of skiable terrain, 30 marked runs and 15 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Norefjell?
- Norefjell is on the Indy Pass. 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 Norefjell get in a typical season?
- Norefjell averages 71 inches / 180 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
