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Nevados de Chillán ski resort
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📷 Nevados de Chillán

South America

Nevados de Chillán

73

Superb · 2026 season average

Closed for the season · average of 65 verified open days

Best months to book: August, July, September · last season + 30-yr record

Closed for the season — closed September 20

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Oct 7

today

Past 24 Hours

6cm

Past 48 Hours

31cm

Past 10 Days

107cm

7-Day Forecast

9cm

Snow Depth

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Powder Days

55

2026 season

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Bluebird Days

5

2026 season

Updated: Oct 7, 8:04 PM•Weather at base: 1,600m

Local Snow

SnowSure Forecaster · September 11, 2026 · How we forecast →

Snow on Friday, then a quiet weekend ahead

We're looking at 11cm of fresh snow on Friday, with a quiet Saturday and Sunday to follow. The week will start strong but taper off quickly.

Short-Term Forecast

Starting Friday, we can expect about 11cm of new snow, making it the biggest day of this stretch. Saturday will bring just a dusting of 0cm to 2cm, while Sunday looks completely dry. This round of snow wraps up by the end of the weekend, leaving us with a total of 11.7cm.

Extended Forecast

As we move into next week, things quiet down significantly with no significant snow in sight. The forecast suggests a calm stretch after the weekend. Keep an eye on Thursday for any changes.

Yesterday: Snow on the way for Nevados de Chillán this week

SnowSure™ Score2026 season
73

Superb

2026 season average

Nevados de Chillán is closed for the season. Last season it averaged 73.1 across 65 verified open days.

Best months to book: August, July, September. Best weeks: 1 Aug–7 Aug, 8 Aug–14 Aug, 15 Aug–21 Aug.2Jul1Aug3SepOpened 18 JulClosed 20 Sep

Best months to book

  1. #1August146cm avg · scored 77.9
  2. #2July144cm avg · scored 76.4
  3. #3September82cm avg · scored 63.5

Best weeks to book

  1. #1 1 Aug – 7 Aug · 85.1
  2. #2 8 Aug – 14 Aug · 78.9
  3. #3 15 Aug – 21 Aug · 74.1

Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2026) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. Last season's strongest fortnight was 28 Jul – 10 Aug. One season describes what happened, not what to expect. The live score returns when the lifts turn.

Current Conditions

Reported Wed, Oct 7, 08:04 PM UTC

Terrain Open

Closed for the season

Season ended September 20, 2026

23 runs · 16 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.

Snow Summary

2,499m

Updated Oct 7, 2026 at 8:04 PM

107cm
24h
9cm
Past 10d
7-Day Forecast
107
Prev10d
4
Now7
0
T8
1
F9
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S10
0
S11
1
M12
2
T13
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Nevados de Chillán

About Nevados de Chillán

Nevados de Chillán is a ski resort located in the Andes of southern Chile, offering over 10,000 hectares of skiable terrain with a mix of groomed runs and off-piste areas. The resort is known for its natural hot springs, volcanic landscapes, and extensive network of trails suitable for all levels. Key amenities include a modern hotel, thermal pools, and a variety of winter sports activities, making it a distinctive destination for both skiing and relaxation in a scenic mountain setting.

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Frequently asked questions about Nevados de Chillán

Where is Nevados de Chillán?
Nevados de Chillán is a ski resort in Chile.
How high is Nevados de Chillán?
Nevados de Chillán runs from a base elevation of 1,600 m (5,249 ft) to a summit of 2,499 m (8,199 ft), giving a vertical drop of 899 m (2,949 ft).
How big is Nevados de Chillán?
Nevados de Chillán has 1,375 acres (556 hectares) of skiable terrain, 23 marked runs and 16 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Nevados de Chillán?
Nevados de Chillán 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 Nevados de Chillán?
Nevados de Chillán typically operates from June to September. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Nevados de Chillán get in a typical season?
Nevados de Chillán averages 400 inches / 1016 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Nevados de Chillán in winter 2026?
El Niño Signal Rank: #37 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +14% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Nevados de Chillán averaged +14% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026, Nevados de Chillán sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -17%, '15-16 -19%, '23-24 +79%. A pattern, not a promise.