📷 El Colorado
South America
El Colorado
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Last Snowfall
Aug 17
4d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Reported by El ColoradoPast 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
50cm
14-Day Forecast
153.2cm
Snow Depth
--
Powder Days
33
2026 season
Bluebird Days
6
2026 season
Overview
El Colorado is a ski resort in South America, Chile. Today's SnowSure™ Score is 78/100 (Outstanding), 35 cm (13.8 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 ~153 cm (60.2 in) of new snow. Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 15:03 UTC.
Resort Guide
El Colorado is a ski resort located in the Andes Mountains near Santiago, Chile, offering over 1,100 acres of skiable terrain and elevations reaching 3,333 meters. The resort features a variety of slopes suitable for all levels, modern lift systems, and direct access to interconnected ski areas. Its relaxed atmosphere, panoramic mountain views, and proximity to Santiago make it a popular choice for both families and experienced skiers seeking diverse runs and reliable snow conditions. Key amenities include equipment rentals, ski schools, on-mountain dining, and lodging options.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for El Colorado
Lifts
18
Skiable area
1100 ac
Longest run
4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Runs by difficulty(112 total)
Beginner
28
25% of terrain
Intermediate
50
45% of terrain
Advanced
34
30% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Quad chair1
- Triple chair1
- Double chair3
- Surface lift18
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
No ski pass found
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
El Refugio – This popular après-ski bar at El Colorado is renowned for its cozy alpine atmosphere, panoramic mountain views, and lively ambiance, making it a favorite spot for skiers to unwind with drinks and music after a day on the slopes.
Major snowfall ahead - 153cm forecast.
El Colorado is experiencing clear skies and a temperature of -5°C, with a solid snow depth of 148cm. The resort has received 32cm of new snow in the past week, contributing to a strong season total of 456cm so far.
Depth
Season snowfall is accumulating — no depth reading on file yet.
Recent
There has been no new snow in the past 24 or 48 hours, but the last snowfall was 32cm on August 17.
Forecast
The 14-day snow outlook suggests an average of 153cm, with forecasts ranging from 98cm to 187cm.
Historic
Season-to-date snowfall stands at 456cm, which is 207% of the 5-year average of 220cm.
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- Resort ReportedBase 0cm · Mid 2cm · Summit 3cm
- Open-MeteoBase 147cm · Summit 226cm
The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.
Freezing Level
3364m
☀️ Above summit - warm/wet conditions
Base
2430m
Temp
1.8°C
Wind
8.4km/h
Snow Depth
--
Resort reported (website)
Resort 0cm · Model 147cm
14-Day Forecast
98.1cm
Mid-Mountain
2882m
Temp
--°C
Wind
9km/h
Snow Depth
2cm
Resort reported (website)
14-Day Forecast
153.2cm
Summit
3333m
Temp
0.2°C
Wind
4.6km/h
Snow Depth
3cm
Resort reported (website)
Resort 3cm · Model 226cm
14-Day Forecast
146.7cm
Ops signals
- ●Freezing level above summit — rain risk at lower elevations
Lifts Open
open
Runs Open
open
Live Conditions
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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 El Colorado (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 3 / -7 | Sat, Aug 22 4 / -3 | Sun, Aug 23 3 / -4 | Mon, Aug 24 1 / -42.1cm3mm | Tue, Aug 25 -2 / -530.7cm43.5mm | Wed, Aug 26 -4 / -530.3cm43.2mm | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0.2 | 1.9 | 8.6 | 8.2 | 13.9 | 11.8 | 5.9 | 12.6 |
| Precip (mm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 2.7 | 12.3 | 11.4 | 19.8 | 16.8 | 8.4 | 18 |
| Temp (°C) | -3 | 2 | -4 | -1 | 3 | -1 | -2 | 2 | -2 | -2 | 1 | -3 | -3 | -3 | -4 | -5 | -4 | -5 |
| Wind (km/h) | 6 | 2 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 9 | 9 | 10 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 29 | 26 | 19 | 20 | 22 | 22 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 38 | 53 | 54 | 88 | 88 | 94 | 107 | 103 | 98 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (3333m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
21
☁️
2.9°
-6.6°
10 km/h
Sat
22
☁️
3.5°
-2.7°
7 km/h
Sun
23
☁️
2.5°
-4.2°
7 km/h
Mon
24
❄️
1.3°
-3.9°
0.8cm
9 km/h
Tue
25
❄️
-2.2°
-4.6°
29.5cm
15 km/h
Wed
26
❄️
-4°
-5.5°
30cm
14 km/h
Thu
27
❄️
-5.4°
-7.1°
28cm
9 km/h
Fri
28
❄️
-5.7°
-8.6°
9.8cm
9 km/h
Sat
29
❄️
-5.9°
-10.1°
8.8cm
9 km/h
Sun
30
❄️
-4.4°
-9.6°
10.8cm
12 km/h
Summit elevation (3333m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:03 PM UTC
456.4cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+107%
vs 5-Year Avg
220cm avg by now
+103%
vs 30-Year Avg
225cm avg by now
220cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 456.4 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~455.4 cm. That's 107% above the 5-year average (220 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 102% above the 30-year average (225 cm).
El Colorado Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 349cm with an average of 79 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 | 100.6cm | 14 days | 52cm | 92cm | 28cm |
| July | 74.7cm | 13 days | 91cm | 120cm | 22.9cm |
| August | 75.7cm | 13 days | 116cm | 146cm | 23.5cm |
| September | 52.3cm | 13 days | 110cm | 138cm | 15.3cm |
| October | 29.9cm | 15 days | 58cm | 93cm | 9.7cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Current season(2026)
Opened Jun 27, 2026
Scheduled close: Oct 4, 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 El Colorado, ERA5 season snowfall median was 485 cm (191 in), about 50% above 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
485 cm
5 El Niño winters · 50% above median
All-season median
324 cm
Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026)
| Phase | Seasons | Median | p25–p75 | Recent analogs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Niñocurrent | 5 | 485 cm | 444 cm – 499 cm | 2023, 2015, 2009, 2002, 1997 |
| La Niña | 4 | 292 cm | 235 cm – 329 cm | 2022, 2010, 1999, 1998 |
| ENSO-neutral | 21 | 296 cm | 263 cm – 360 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 El Colorado
- Where is El Colorado?
- El Colorado is a ski resort in Chile.
- How high is El Colorado?
- El Colorado runs from a base elevation of 2,430 m (7,972 ft) to a summit of 3,333 m (10,935 ft), giving a vertical drop of 903 m (2,963 ft).
- How big is El Colorado?
- El Colorado has 1,100 acres (445 hectares) of skiable terrain, 112 marked runs and 18 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers El Colorado?
- El Colorado 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 El Colorado?
- El Colorado 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 El Colorado get in a typical season?
- El Colorado averages 134 inches / 340 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
