Ruka - Your Questions Answered
New Snow in Ruka
When will it snow in Ruka?
When is the next forecast snowfall?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Ruka, but mountain weather changes quickly, so keep an eye on the latest weather updates on J2Ski.
Find out more :- long-range Snow Forecast
When did it last snow in Ruka?
How old is the snow? When was the last reported snowfall?
We do not have a current Snow Report from Ruka but you can use the link below to view snow reports from other Finnish Ski Resorts.
Find out more :- Snow Reports for other Finnish Ski Resorts
Snow in Ruka, Finland
How much snow is there in Ruka?
How deep is the snow on the ground?
We don't have current snow depths for Ruka but you can use the link below to view snow depth at other Finnish Ski Resorts.
Find out more :- Snow Depths for Finnish Ski Resorts
Skiing in Ruka, Finland
How high is Ruka?
At what altitude is the ski area and resort?
Ruka is at 291m955ft. There are pistes / trails from 300m984ft up to 500m1,640ft above sea level.
Find out more :- Ruka Facts & Figures
Where can I stay in Ruka?
Are there hotels, chalets or apartments to rent in Ruka?
We know of at least 508 Hotels, Chalets and Apartments in Ruka.
Find out more :- Search for Accommodation in Ruka
Which is the best Airport for Ruka?
Which airports offer the shortest transfers?
The closest airport to Ruka is Kuuasamo.
Find out more :- Airport Transfer Times to Ruka
When does Ruka open?
When does the ski season start in Ruka?
Ruka usually opens mid October (Opening date depends on cold enough weather for snowmaking. Normally earliest non-glacier resort in northern hemisphere to open.).
When does Ruka close?
When does the ski season end for Ruka?
Ruka usually closesMid June Closing date depends on cold enough weather for stock piled snow to last. Normally last non-glacier resort in northern hemisphere to close.
Please Note
In common with all ski areas, planned opening and closing dates may be changed at any time due to the current snow and operational conditions in Ruka. You should always check directly with the Tourist Office before making plans to travel.