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Geilo Resort Guide
Projected to open December 5, 2026
Best months to book: January, March, February · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 5
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 27
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Resort Guide
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.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Geilo
Lifts
20
Longest run
2 km / 1.2 mi
Lift fleet
- High-speed 61
- High-speed quad2
- Quad chair1
- Surface lift12
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Top Après Ski
Dr. Holms Bar – A classic après-ski destination in Geilo, Dr. Holms Bar is renowned for its cozy atmosphere, live music, and stylish cocktails, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 10:04 PM UTC
24cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+97%
vs 5-Year Avg
12cm avg by now
-5%
vs 30-Year Avg
25cm avg by now
12cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 23.7 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~23.8 cm. That's 98% above the 5-year average (12 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 5% below the 30-year average (25 cm).
Geilo Season Snowfall
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Geilo Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 276cm with an average of 70 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 41cm | 10 days | 32cm | 50cm | 9cm |
| December | 43cm | 11 days | 61cm | 79cm | 9cm |
| January | 47cm | 12 days | 88cm | 105cm | 8cm |
| February | 36cm | 10 days | 105cm | 117cm | 7cm |
| March | 35cm | 9 days | 114cm | 125cm | 8cm |
| April | 29cm | 7 days | 108cm | 122cm | 8cm |
| May | 13cm | 3 days | 71cm | 102cm | 5cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
27 days scored, from 23 Mar
34
Best Day
4 Apr
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
2
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
March 2026
- 2729 Mar
- 2428 Mar2cm
- 2430 Mar1cm
April 2026
- 344 Apr6cm
- 283 Apr2cm
- 285 Apr3cm
April scored highest for Geilo in 2025-26. Based on 27 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 5, 2026
Through Apr 19, 2027
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 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.
