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OPTION A · 5 SKI DAYS
Ruka
December 2026–February 2027
1. The season ahead
Environment and Climate Change Canada · CanSIPS
Temperature
Below normal 31.0% · Near normal 34.1% · Above normal 34.9%
Precipitation
Below normal 32.2% · Near normal 33.6% · Above normal 34.2%
Model 2026-10 · Refreshed Oct 8, 2026 · Use before Nov 1, 2026 (UTC). Grid point about 40 km away.
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December 2026–February 2027 · Issued October 2026 · 2-month lead (the gap before this seasonal window starts).
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Official sourceCompare Ruka Ski-Inn lodging with its 30% lift-ticket benefitRead tip & sources
Ruka lists 30% off standard-priced lift tickets for Ski-Inn stays of at least four nights from October 2, 2026 to May 2, 2027. Book through the Ski-Inn webshop, Ruka Booking salesperson or Ski-Inn reception; ticket duration must match the accommodation stay within one day. Join the loyalty programme and use My Ski-Inn Reservations in your Ruka account to buy tickets from October 2. Only registered booking guests qualify. Discounted tickets such as student passes and exercise-benefit payment are excluded. Compare lodging plus eligible tickets with another room and separately purchased tickets, including rest days, transport and cancellation terms. Confirm the offer and operating terrain before booking; the offer period does not guarantee open slopes.
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