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Ylläs Resort Guide
Projected to open Nov 6
Projected to open November 6, 2026
Best months to book: February, March, January · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Nov 6
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Last Snowfall
Oct 14
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Resort Guide
Ylläs is a ski resort located in Finnish Lapland, offering one of the largest ski areas in Finland with 63 slopes and 53 lifts across two villages, Äkäslompolo and Ylläsjärvi. The resort is known for its expansive, uncrowded slopes, long runs, and authentic Lapland atmosphere, with opportunities for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and Northern Lights viewing. Key amenities include a variety of accommodation options, restaurants, and family-friendly services, making it suitable for both adventure seekers and those looking for a tranquil Arctic experience.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Ylläs
Lifts
26
Longest run
3 km / 1.9 mi
Lift fleet
- Gondola1
- Quad chair1
- Double chair1
- Surface lift20
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Top Après Ski
Ylläs Saaga Bar – Known for its cozy atmosphere and panoramic views of the fells, this popular après-ski spot offers a welcoming lounge setting with live music, local drinks, and a relaxed vibe perfect for unwinding after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 16, 04:05 AM UTC
5cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-99%
vs 5-Year Avg
309cm avg by now
-99%
vs 30-Year Avg
313cm avg by now
309cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~3.1 cm. That's 99% below the 5-year average (309 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 99% below the 30-year average (313 cm).
Ylläs Season Snowfall
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Ylläs Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 184cm with an average of 55 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 11% above this average (205cm over the last ten tracked seasons). 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 30cm | 9 days | 19cm | 32cm | 6cm |
| December | 31cm | 10 days | 40cm | 52cm | 5cm |
| January | 26cm | 9 days | 57cm | 68cm | 6cm |
| February | 23cm | 7 days | 70cm | 79cm | 5cm |
| March | 21cm | 7 days | 70cm | 77cm | 5cm |
| April | 22cm | 6 days | 61cm | 73cm | 6cm |
| May | 10cm | 2 days | 23cm | 49cm | 4cm |
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 6, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
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 Ylläs
- Where is Ylläs?
- Ylläs is a ski resort in Finland.
- How high is Ylläs?
- Ylläs runs from a base elevation of 255 m (837 ft) to a summit of 719 m (2,359 ft), giving a vertical drop of 464 m (1,522 ft).
- How big is Ylläs?
- Ylläs has 63 marked runs and 26 lifts.
- How much snow does Ylläs get in a typical season?
- Ylläs averages 62 inches / 157 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
