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Las Araucarías ski resort

South America

Las Araucarías

63

Superb

→stable

Last Snowfall

Oct 5

today

Past 24 Hours

2cm

Past 48 Hours

19cm

Past 10 Days

101cm

7-Day Forecast

8cm

Snow Depth

134cm

Modeled
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Powder Days

24

2026 season

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Bluebird Days

1

2026 season

Updated: Oct 5, 5:03 PM•Weather at base: 1,550m

Local Snow

SnowSure Forecaster · October 5, 2026 · How we forecast →

A quiet week ahead with light snow on the horizon

Over the next 7 days, we're looking at a total of 11cm. Snowfall begins on Tuesday with a few light days leading up to the weekend, but expect a quieter stretch overall.

Short-Term Forecast

Starting with 0.9cm on Monday, we see a bit more action on Tuesday with 3cm expected. Wednesday brings another light dusting of around 1cm. This round wraps up by midweek, leaving us with a total of 4cm over these three days.

Extended Forecast

As we move into the latter part of the week, things quiet down significantly. The next notable snowfall is on Sunday, when we could see around 4cm. Keep an eye on that day for the best conditions.

Yesterday: A snowy Sunday ahead for Las Araucarias

SnowSure™ ScoreAI
63
Superb
→stable

Exceptional season - 1054cm already this season!

Current conditions at Las Araucarias are quite favorable with a snow depth of 134cm and 98cm of fresh snow in the last week. Although it's overcast, the temperature is a cool 3°C, making for comfortable skiing conditions. The forecast indicates an additional 8cm of snow over the next week.

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Depth

134cm depth — excellent coverage.

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Recent

In the past week, 98cm of snow has fallen, with 2cm reported in the last 24 hours.

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Forecast

8cm in the next 7 days.

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Historic

This season-to-date snow total is 139% of the 5-year average for this time of year.

Data updated Mon, Oct 5, 05:03 PM UTC

Current Conditions

Reported Mon, Oct 5, 05:03 PM UTC

Terrain Open

Lift and run counts not reported

12 runs · 3 lifts — this field does not publish live open counts to SnowSure.

Ops signals

  • ●Freezing level above summit — rain risk at lower elevations

Snow Summary

1,950m

Updated Oct 5, 2026 at 5:03 PM

101cm
24h
8cm
Past 10d
7-Day Forecast
101
Prev10d
1
Now5
4
T6
1
W7
2
T8
0
F9
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S10
0
S11
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Las Araucarías

About Las Araucarías

Las Araucarías is a ski resort located on the slopes of the Lonquimay Volcano in the Araucanía Region of Chile. The resort features a variety of ski runs suitable for beginners and intermediate skiers, with panoramic views of native forests and volcanic landscapes. Key amenities include ski and snowboard rentals, a ski school, and a mountain lodge offering food and accommodation. Its tranquil setting and proximity to Conguillío National Park make it a distinctive destination for those seeking a relaxed alpine experience amidst natural beauty.

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Frequently asked questions about Las Araucarías

Where is Las Araucarías?
Las Araucarías is a ski resort in Chile.
How high is Las Araucarías?
Las Araucarías runs from a base elevation of 1,550 m (5,085 ft) to a summit of 1,950 m (6,398 ft), giving a vertical drop of 400 m (1,312 ft).
How big is Las Araucarías?
Las Araucarías has 865 acres (350 hectares) of skiable terrain and 12 marked runs.
When is ski season at Las Araucarías?
Las Araucarías 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 will El Niño affect Las Araucarías in winter 2026?
El Niño Signal Rank: #51 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +12% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Las Araucarías averaged +12% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026, Las Araucarías sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -26%, '15-16 -20%, '23-24 +81%. A pattern, not a promise.