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Geilo ski resort

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Geilo

Projected to open December 5, 2026

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

Projected to open Dec 5

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Oct 27

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Updated: Oct 30, 10:04 PM•Weather at base: 800m
SnowSure™ Score2025-26 season
Projected to open Dec 5

Geilo is projected to open December 5, 2026. 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.Dec1Jan3Feb2MarAprOpens 5 DecCloses 19 Apr

Best months to book

  1. #1January47cm avg
  2. #2March35cm avg · last season 20.4
  3. #3February36cm avg

Best weeks to book

  1. #1 30 Mar – 5 Apr · last season 24.6
  2. #2 23 Mar – 29 Mar · last season 19.7
  3. #3 6 Apr – 12 Apr · last season 23

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 Fri, Oct 30, 10:04 PM UTC

Terrain

Projected to open Dec 5

Projected to open December 5, 2026

46 runs · 20 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.

Snow Summary

Updated Oct 30 at 10:04 PM

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No measurement at mid height (989m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.

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Geilo

About Geilo

Geilo is a renowned ski resort located in the heart of Norway, midway between Oslo and Bergen, offering a blend of alpine and cross-country skiing across varied terrain suitable for all abilities. The resort features 45 kilometers of slopes, 21 lifts, and a family-friendly atmosphere, complemented by snow parks, dedicated children's areas, and extensive winter activity options such as dog sledding and snowshoeing. Geilo stands out for its scenic mountain setting, well-developed infrastructure, and a welcoming village with a range of accommodations, dining, and wellness facilities.

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Frequently asked questions about Geilo

Where is Geilo?
Geilo is a ski resort in Norway.
How high is Geilo?
Geilo runs from a base elevation of 800 m (2,625 ft) to a summit of 1,178 m (3,865 ft), giving a vertical drop of 378 m (1,240 ft).
How big is Geilo?
Geilo has 46 marked runs and 20 lifts.
When is ski season at Geilo?
Geilo typically operates from December 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 Geilo get in a typical season?
Geilo averages 115 inches / 293 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Geilo in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #152 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier B · strong-event signal +5% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Geilo averaged +5% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically leaned mildly in this resort's favor for winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 +6%, '15-16 -3%, '23-24 +12%. A pattern, not a promise.