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Cerro Perito Moreno Resort Guide
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Last Snowfall
Sep 22
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Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
0cm
7-Day Forecast
46cm
Snow Depth
~25cm
Open-Meteo modelPowder Days
3
2026 season
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.
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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.
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Sep 22, 03:01 AM UTC
117cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-38%
vs 5-Year Avg
189cm avg by now
-51%
vs 30-Year Avg
237cm avg by now
189cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 117.3 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~117.2 cm. That's 38% below the 5-year average (189 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 51% below the 30-year average (237 cm).
Cerro Perito Moreno Season Snowfall
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Cerro Perito Moreno Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 264cm with an average of 72 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 21% below this average (210cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 63cm | 15 days | 26cm | 50cm | 15cm |
| July | 71cm | 16 days | 57cm | 78cm | 17cm |
| August | 66cm | 17 days | 73cm | 94cm | 15cm |
| September | 30cm | 12 days | 65cm | 84cm | 10cm |
| October | 21cm | 8 days | 27cm | 54cm | 9cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2026
45.9
Season Average
47 days scored
61
Best Day
22 Aug
22
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
2
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
August 2026
- 6122 Aug
- 6127 Aug2cm
- 597 Aug13cm
September 2026
- 531 Sep
- 5211 Sep2cm
- 502 Sep1cm
August scored highest for Cerro Perito Moreno in 2026. Based on 47 days the resort was verified open; this season is still under way, so later months are incomplete. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
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.
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.
