📷 Cerro Perito Moreno
South America
Cerro Perito Moreno
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Last Snowfall
Aug 16
5d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
4.4cm
14-Day Forecast
48.7cm
Snow Depth
2cm
Open-Meteo modelPowder Days
2
2026 season
Overview
Cerro Perito Moreno is a ski resort in South America, Argentina. Today's SnowSure™ Score is 57/100 (Excellent), snow base 2 cm (0.8 in), 2 cm (0.8 in) of snow in the last 7 days. The 14-day ensemble forecast across seven weather models (ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, ICON, Météo-France, Met Norway) calls for ~49 cm (19.3 in) of new snow. Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 15:03 UTC.
Resort Guide
Cerro Perito Moreno is a ski resort located near El Bolsón in the Argentine Patagonia, offering panoramic views of the Andes and Lake Nahuel Huapi. The resort features a variety of slopes suitable for beginners and intermediate skiers, as well as snowshoeing and snowboarding opportunities. Key amenities include a modern base area, equipment rentals, ski school, and mountain dining, with a relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere that highlights the natural beauty of the region. The resort stands out for its uncrowded slopes and scenic surroundings, making it an appealing choice for those seeking a tranquil Patagonian ski experience.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Cerro Perito Moreno
Lifts
10
Skiable area
840 ac
Lift fleet
- Double chair1
- Surface lift5
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Independent
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Refugio Cerro Perito Moreno – This mountaintop bar and restaurant is celebrated for its panoramic views, cozy alpine ambiance, and welcoming après-ski atmosphere, making it a favorite spot for skiers to unwind with local wines and hearty Patagonian cuisine after a day on the slopes.
Great season (287cm) with more snow on the way.
Cerro Perito Moreno is currently experiencing mainly clear conditions with a temperature of -5°C and a snow depth of 2cm. The resort has seen a total of 287cm of snowfall this season, which is 194% of the 5-year average for this time of year.
AI-generated summaryDepth
2cm depth — good coverage on most runs.
Recent
In the past week, there has been 2cm of snowfall.
Forecast
The 14-day forecast suggests an average of 49cm of new snow, with models indicating potential totals ranging from 58cm to 82cm.
Historic
Season-to-date snowfall is significantly above the 5-year average of 148cm.
Data updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:03 PM UTC
Snow Summary
Updated Aug 21, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Andes (Chile & Argentina) region
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Aug 21, 03:03 PM UTC
Depth by source
every reading we have- Open-MeteoBase 2cm · Summit 2cm
The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.
Freezing Level
1374m
🌡️ Mid-mountain - mixed conditions
Base
915m
Temp
3°C
Wind
2.5km/h
Snow Depth
2cm
Open-Meteo model
14-Day Forecast
12.4cm
Mid-Mountain
1566m
Temp
--°C
Wind
3km/h
Snow Depth
2cm
Open-Meteo model
14-Day Forecast
48.6cm
Summit
2216m
Temp
-5.5°C
Wind
2.5km/h
Snow Depth
2cm
Open-Meteo model
14-Day Forecast
52.3cm
Ops signals
- ●Cold summit temps — snow preservation favorable
Local Reports
0 reportsDaily Snowfall Forecast by Model
Black line = verified SnowSure™ blend (not a simple average). Weights update weekly from measured snowfall at SNOTEL stations and resort reports.
SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting
The black line is not a simple average. For Cerro Perito Moreno (andes), we combine seven global weather models using weights learned from daily forecast verification — comparing each model's prediction to measured snowfall (SNOTEL, resort reports, ERA5).
- 1.Horizon buckets: days 1–3, 4–7, and 8–14 each get separate weights — short-range skill differs from long-range.
- 2.Regional calibration: weights come from verified error in this geography (Rockies, Alps, Japan, etc.), recalculated weekly.
- 3.Ground truth only: we never grade a forecast against another model — only against measured snow.
Building verification history for this resort.
How we verify forecasts →Hourly Forecast Detail
AM / PM / Night breakdown with wind and freezing level
NWP models refresh up to 4× daily · Last synced Aug 21, 3:03 PM
Today 0 / -11 | Sat, Aug 22 1 / -11 | Sun, Aug 23 1 / -10 | Mon, Aug 24 -3 / -93cm4.3mm | Tue, Aug 25 -2 / -66.5cm9.3mm | Wed, Aug 26 -4 / -921cm29.9mm | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Period | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night |
| Snow (cm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.4 | 2.6 | 0.2 | 3.2 | 3.1 | 5.3 | 4.6 | 11.1 |
| Precip (mm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.6 | 3.7 | 0.3 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 7.5 | 6.5 | 15.9 |
| Temp (°C) | -10 | -2 | -6 | -9 | -1 | -8 | -9 | -1 | -7 | -8 | -4 | -7 | -6 | -3 | -5 | -8 | -5 | -7 |
| Wind (km/h) | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 4 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 9 | 18 | 11 | 8 | 21 | 11 | 10 | 15 | 14 | 18 | 22 | 23 | 29 | 42 | 44 | 52 | 48 | 51 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (2216m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
21
☁️
-0.2°
-10.6°
4 km/h
Sat
22
☁️
0.7°
-10.9°
6 km/h
Sun
23
☁️
0.8°
-10.2°
4 km/h
Mon
24
🌧️
-3.3°
-9.4°
1.8cm
4 km/h
Tue
25
🌧️
-1.8°
-6.5°
7.4cm
6 km/h
Wed
26
❄️
-3.6°
-8.9°
16.2cm
6 km/h
Thu
27
❄️
-2.7°
-8.8°
29.1cm
5 km/h
Fri
28
❄️
-2.7°
-8.8°
8.7cm
5 km/h
Sat
29
🌧️
-1.4°
-8.3°
1.4cm
5 km/h
Sun
30
❄️
-3°
-9.2°
5.2cm
3 km/h
Summit elevation (2216m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:03 PM UTC
287.1cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+94%
vs 5-Year Avg
148cm avg by now
+51%
vs 30-Year Avg
190cm avg by now
148cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 287.1 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~287.1 cm. That's 94% above the 5-year average (148 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 51% above the 30-year average (190 cm).
Cerro Perito Moreno Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 444cm with an average of 95 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 31 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 108.7cm | 19 days | 35cm | 64cm | 22.5cm |
| July | 106.8cm | 20 days | 74cm | 98cm | 22.6cm |
| August | 104.8cm | 20 days | 98cm | 122cm | 20.7cm |
| September | 59.6cm | 16 days | 101cm | 122cm | 16.1cm |
| October | 46.8cm | 13 days | 67cm | 97cm | 15.5cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026)
Opens Jun 23, 2026
Through Oct 12, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
ENSO seasonal analog
History · not a forecastIn 5 past El Niño winters at Cerro Perito Moreno, ERA5 season snowfall median was 402 cm (158 in), about this resort’s long-term median. This is a historical analog from reanalysis — not a prediction of this winter’s storm track.
Prevailing ONI
El Niño
MJJ 2026 · ANOM +1.39°C
Analog season median
402 cm
5 El Niño winters · ≈ long-term median
All-season median
401 cm
Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026)
| Phase | Seasons | Median | p25–p75 | Recent analogs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Niñocurrent | 5 | 402 cm | 386 cm – 443 cm | 2023, 2015, 2009, 2002, 1997 |
| La Niña | 4 | 359 cm | 295 cm – 515 cm | 2022, 2010, 1999, 1998 |
| ENSO-neutral | 21 | 401 cm | 366 cm – 508 cm | 2025, 2024, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018 |
Season snowfall from Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis (~9 km). ENSO phase from NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index. Relative phase differences are more trustworthy than absolute cm totals. Source: NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index + Open-Meteo ERA5 via SnowSure season archive.
Best Months to Visit
August
Peak Season
July
Peak Season
September
Good
June
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Cerro Perito Moreno
- Where is Cerro Perito Moreno?
- Cerro Perito Moreno is a ski resort in Argentina.
- How high is Cerro Perito Moreno?
- Cerro Perito Moreno runs from a base elevation of 915 m (3,002 ft) to a summit of 2,216 m (7,270 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,301 m (4,268 ft).
- How big is Cerro Perito Moreno?
- Cerro Perito Moreno has 840 acres (340 hectares) of skiable terrain, 16 marked runs and 10 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Cerro Perito Moreno?
- Cerro Perito Moreno is on the Independent. 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 Cerro Perito Moreno?
- Cerro Perito Moreno typically operates from June to October. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Cerro Perito Moreno get in a typical season?
- Cerro Perito Moreno averages 173 inches / 440 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
