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Tier B — Favored

📷 Palandöken

Asia

Palandöken

Off-season

Closed for the season · reopens Nov 29

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

Off-season

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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Updated: Aug 21, 4:06 PM•Weather at base: 2200m

Overview

Palandöken is a ski resort in Asia, Turkey, currently closed for the season (Closed for the season · reopens Nov 29). Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 16:06 UTC.

Resort Guide

Palandöken Ski Resort is located in Erzurum, Turkey, and is renowned for its long ski season, high-altitude slopes, and modern lift infrastructure. The resort features a variety of runs suitable for all levels, including some of the longest and steepest pistes in Turkey, and offers night skiing, snowboarding, and snow parks. Visitors benefit from direct access to the slopes from nearby hotels, a family-friendly atmosphere, and panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Palandöken stands out for its reliable snow conditions and proximity to Erzurum city, making it easily accessible for both local and international guests.

Resort Info

Summit3176m
Base2200m
Vertical976m
Lifts16
Runs55
Skiable Area1100 acres
Average snowfall120 inches / 305 cm
CountryTurkey
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Season dates

Projected openingNovember 29, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Ski passes

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Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

Dedeman Ski Lodge Bar – Renowned for its cozy atmosphere and panoramic mountain views, this bar at the Dedeman Palandöken Hotel is a favorite après-ski spot where guests enjoy warm drinks, live music, and a welcoming ambiance after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

Caucasus & Eastern Turkey region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 21, 04:06 PM UTC

Depth by source

every reading we have
  • GHCNBase 1cm

The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.

Base

2200m

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20°C

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9.6km/h

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Palandöken El Niño rank & forecast

Palandöken ranks #53 of 152 SnowSure resorts — Tier B, +6% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier B — Favored: Modest El Niño upside (+3% to +8% vs normal). Often a solid pick, without the biggest Andes-style swings.

#53 of 152Tier B — Favored

Strong-event signal: +6% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Palandöken averaged +6% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Palandöken sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -21%, '15-16 -24%, '23-24 +63%. Tilt, not fate.

'97-98 −21%'15-16 −24%'23-24 +63%

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 →

Live Conditions

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Erzurum Buyuksehir Belediyesi

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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 Palandöken (alps), 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

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Today
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Mon, Aug 24
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Tue, Aug 25
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Wed, Aug 26
15 / 612mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
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Precip (mm)0000000000000000.78.92.4
Temp (°C)916813191217211416211414201210138
Wind (km/h)9128695617531133104643
Gusts (km/h)253325202818214621153313172821183527

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

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10-Day Forecast

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17.1°

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Sat

22

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7.3°

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Sun

23

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22.1°

11.6°

21 km/h

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24

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25

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20.7°

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12 km/h

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26

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15.4°

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27

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12.8°

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28

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10.1°

4.3°

7 km/h

Sat

29

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6.9°

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7 km/h

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30

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11.1°

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7 km/h

Summit elevation (3176m) • ECMWF model

Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Aug 21, 04:06 PM UTC

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Off-season · 226cm full-season avg

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~247.5 cm. That's near the 5-year average (245 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 10% above the 30-year average (226 cm).

Palandöken Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 266cm with an average of 101 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
MonthAvg SnowfallSnowfall DaysAvg Base DepthMax Base DepthBiggest Snowfall
November25.1cm10 days6cm16cm8.9cm
December35.9cm14 days22cm36cm9.4cm
January37.4cm15 days42cm58cm8.9cm
February40.4cm15 days60cm76cm10.3cm
March57.7cm18 days68cm86cm11.4cm
April40.4cm15 days49cm75cm9.2cm
May16.6cm8 days8cm31cm6cm

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 29, 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 Palandöken, ERA5 season snowfall median was 245 cm (96 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.

Prevailing ONI

El Niño

MJJ 2026 · ANOM +1.39°C

Analog season median

245 cm

10 El Niño winters · 4% below median

All-season median

256 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10245 cm226 cm – 335 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12235 cm196 cm – 298 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8258 cm233 cm – 298 cm2025, 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

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March

Good

December

Good

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

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Frequently asked questions about Palandöken

Where is Palandöken?
Palandöken is a ski resort in Turkey.
How high is Palandöken?
Palandöken runs from a base elevation of 2,200 m (7,218 ft) to a summit of 3,176 m (10,420 ft), giving a vertical drop of 976 m (3,202 ft).
How big is Palandöken?
Palandöken has 1,100 acres (445 hectares) of skiable terrain, 55 marked runs and 16 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Palandöken?
Palandöken 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 Palandöken get in a typical season?
Palandöken averages 120 inches / 305 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Palandöken in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #53 of 152 SnowSure resorts · Tier B · strong-event signal +6% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Palandöken averaged +6% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Palandöken sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -21%, '15-16 -24%, '23-24 +63%. Tilt, not fate.