Los Penitentes Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 09 August 2026 00:45 BST
Snow Forecast for Los Penitentes
Snow and Weather from 9 August.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Los Penitentes Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Los Penitentes?
| Next Snow Expected | 11 August |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 15cm 6in |
| Next 48 Hours | 16cm 6in |
| Next 7 Days | 33cm 13in |
Forecast for today in Los Penitentes
Max 1℃ 34°F
Min -14℃ 7°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -14℃ 7°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
09
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Forecast times for Los Penitentes are in Buenos Aires (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 09 August 2026 05:46 BST
Powder Possible :- 16cm 6in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Los Penitentes over the next 2 days.
Los Penitentes 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 09 | Mon 10 | Tue 11 | Wed 12 | Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | ||||||
| 3,194m 10,479ft | -3℃ 27°F
| 1℃ 33°F
 +1cm
| -1℃ 30°F
 +15cm +6in
| 1℃ 33°F
 +1cm
| 3℃ 37°F
| 0℃ 31°F
+8cm +3in
| -2℃ 28°F
+10cm +4in
|
| SW F2 | |||||||
| 2,887m 9,472ft | -1℃ 30°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+1cm
| 1℃ 33°F
+15cm +6in
| 3℃ 36°F
+1cm
| 5℃ 41°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+3cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
+7cm +3in
|
| SW F2 | |||||||
| 2,580m 8,465ft | 1℃ 34°F
| 5℃ 40°F
+1cm
| 3℃ 37°F
 +10cm +4in
| 5℃ 40°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 2℃ 36°F
+3cm +1in
|
| Snow Line | 2,580m 8,465ft | 2,580m 8,465ft | varying 2,769m 9,085ft | 2,580m 8,465ft | 2,580m 8,465ft | varying 3,099m 10,167ft | varying 3,159m 10,364ft |
| Max Town | 1℃ 34°F | 5℃ 40°F | 3℃ 37°F | 5℃ 40°F | 7℃ 45°F | 4℃ 39°F | 2℃ 36°F |
| Min Town | -14℃ 7°F | -8℃ 18°F | -2℃ 28°F | -10℃ 13°F | -11℃ 12°F | -6℃ 22°F | -1℃ 30°F |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
Snow Forecast near Los Penitentes
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catedral Alta Patagonia | 14cm 5in | 23cm 9in |
Snow Reliability
Los Penitentes generally enjoys good snow reliability, with an average snowfall of around 1.5 meters during the season. Snow depth can vary, so be sure to check the latest updates on J2Ski for current conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Los Penitentes
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Los Penitentes, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Los Penitentes, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Los Penitentes is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Los Penitentes will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Los Penitentes for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.