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Based on 10 years of historical snowfall data
About Åre
Åre snowfall statistics based on 10 years of historical data. See average annual snowfall, best months to ski, and powder probability to help you plan your trip.
Snow & Weather Conditions
We use 10 years of historical data to help you plan — not a live snow report.
Northern Sweden's sub-arctic climate delivers reliable, cold snowfall from November through April. The snow is dry and consistent, though accumulation totals are modest compared to the Alps. What the resort lacks in raw altitude it compensates for with a favourable aspect, efficient snowmaking, and a geography that funnels moisture-laden air onto its slopes. The net effect is a surprisingly resilient winter surface. Annual snowfall totals vary between 3-6 metres depending on the year. Snowmaking ensures base depths remain skiable even during lighter winters.
Best Time to Ski
Season runs from November to May. February through April offers the best combination of snow cover and daylight. Targeting January and February gives you the best shot at deep powder at Åre — that is when winter storms arrive most regularly and the cold keeps the snowpack light and skiable. March frequently rewards visitors with a mature, deep snowpack and noticeably quieter slopes. Dive into PowderDays' snow data spanning 10 winters to identify the weeks most likely to deliver fresh powder.
What Makes It Special
Above-treeline bowls, well-groomed slopes, and excellent cross-country and touring terrain in a vast, uncrowded landscape. Swedish ski culture combines outdoor lifestyle with fika (coffee and pastry breaks), cozy lodges, and the chance to see the Northern Lights from the slopes.
The word "ski" comes from the Old Norse "skid," meaning split piece of wood. Scandinavia is the birthplace of skiing, with archaeological evidence of skis dating back over 5,000 years. Sweden's Are resort, established in 1910, has hosted multiple FIS Alpine Ski World Championships (2007, 2019).
Data Sources & Methodology
All snowfall statistics for Åre are based on 10 years of historical data (2015-2025) from the Open-Meteo Historical Weather API, which provides ERA5 reanalysis data from the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF). Daily snowfall totals are queried at Åre's coordinates (63.40, 13.08) and 1,420m elevation, then aggregated into monthly averages, record highs/lows, and powder probability scores. Powder probability represents the chance of receiving 15cm or more of fresh snow in any given week during that month.