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Caviahue ski resort

South America

Caviahue

74

Outstanding · 2026 season average

Closed for the season · average of 44 verified open days

Best months to book: August, July · last season + 31-yr record

Closed for the season closed August 30

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Sep 5

5d ago

Past 24 Hours

0cm

Past 48 Hours

0cm

Past 10 Days

29.3cm

14-Day Forecast

11.7cm

Snow Depth

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Powder Days

46

2026 season

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Bluebird Days

3

2026 season

Updated: Sep 10, 1:03 AMWeather at base: 1650m
SnowSure™ Score2026 season
74

Outstanding

2026 season average

Caviahue is closed for the season. Last season it averaged 74.2 across 44 verified open days.

Best months to book: August, July. Best weeks: 1 Aug–7 Aug, 22 Aug–28 Aug, 8 Aug–14 Aug.2Jul1AugOpened 18 JulClosed 30 Aug

August

#1 to book

134cm avg · scored 74.8

July

#2 to book

130cm avg · scored 73

Best weeks to book

  1. #11 Aug7 Augscored 86.6
  2. #222 Aug28 Augscored 74
  3. #38 Aug14 Augscored 73.3

Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2026) · 75% 31-year snowfall and base-depth record. Last season's strongest fortnight was 27 Jul – 9 Aug. One season describes what happened, not what to expect. The live score returns when the lifts turn.

Current Conditions

Reported Thu, Sep 10, 01:03 AM UTC

Terrain Open

Closed for the season

Season ended August 30, 2026

22 runs · 13 liftslive counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.

Snow Summary

2068m

Updated Sep 10, 2026 at 1:03 AM

29cm
24h
12cm
Past 10d
14-Day Forecast
29
Prev10d
Now10
8.6
F11
1.6
S12
S13
M14
T15
W16
Past
Today
Forecast

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Caviahue

About Caviahue

Caviahue is a ski resort located in the Neuquén province of Argentine Patagonia, set on the slopes of the Copahue Volcano and beside Lake Caviahue. The resort features over 325 hectares of skiable terrain, offering a variety of runs for all levels, as well as snowboarding, snowshoeing, and snowmobile excursions. Its tranquil atmosphere, scenic volcanic landscapes, and geothermal hot springs nearby distinguish Caviahue as a unique destination for winter sports and relaxation. Key amenities include ski and snowboard schools, equipment rentals, and a family-friendly base area.

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Frequently asked questions about Caviahue

Where is Caviahue?
Caviahue is a ski resort in Argentina.
How high is Caviahue?
Caviahue runs from a base elevation of 1,650 m (5,413 ft) to a summit of 2,068 m (6,785 ft), giving a vertical drop of 418 m (1,371 ft).
How big is Caviahue?
Caviahue has 803 acres (325 hectares) of skiable terrain, 22 marked runs and 13 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Caviahue?
Caviahue is on the No ski pass found. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
When is ski season at Caviahue?
Caviahue typically operates from June to August. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Caviahue get in a typical season?
Caviahue averages 264 inches / 671 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Caviahue in winter 2026?
El Niño Signal Rank: #15 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +24% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Caviahue averaged +24% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026, Caviahue sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -7%, '15-16 -7%, '23-24 +87%. A pattern, not a promise.