South America
Nevados de Chillán Resort Guide
Closed for the season
Best months to book: August, July, September · last season + 30-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed September 20
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Sep 21
1d agoPast 24 Hours
5cm
Past 48 Hours
52cm
Past 10 Days
76cm
7-Day Forecast
112cm
Snow Depth
--
Powder Days
45
2026 season
Bluebird Days
5
2026 season
Resort Guide
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.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Nevados de Chillán
Lifts
16
Skiable area
1375 ac
Longest run
13 km / 8.1 mi
Runs by difficulty(23 total)
Beginner
6
25% of terrain
Intermediate
10
45% of terrain
Advanced
7
30% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Gondola1
- Double chair6
- Surface lift6
Resort Info
Season dates
Ski passes
No ski pass found
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Bar La Garganta – Renowned for its cozy alpine ambiance and panoramic mountain views, Bar La Garganta is the go-to après-ski spot at Nevados de Chillán, offering craft cocktails, local wines, and a lively atmosphere perfect for unwinding after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Sep 22, 01:03 AM UTC
1,038cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+41%
vs 5-Year Avg
735cm avg by now
+110%
vs 30-Year Avg
495cm avg by now
735cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 1038 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~1036.4 cm. That's 41% above the 5-year average (735 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 109% above the 30-year average (495 cm).
Nevados de Chillán Season Snowfall
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Nevados de Chillán Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 565cm with an average of 70 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 50% above this average (845cm 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 | 155cm | 15 days | 59cm | 111cm | 30cm |
| July | 144cm | 15 days | 121cm | 163cm | 31cm |
| August | 145cm | 15 days | 163cm | 205cm | 30cm |
| September | 78cm | 11 days | 167cm | 200cm | 22cm |
| October | 41cm | 9 days | 117cm | 154cm | 16cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2026
73.1
Season Average
65 days scored
93
Best Day
2 Aug
65
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
20
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
July 2026
- 8424 Jul18cm
- 8122 Jul19cm
- 8130 Jul12cm
August 2026
- 932 Aug44cm
- 938 Aug24cm
- 926 Aug25cm
September 2026
- 8220 Sep17cm
- 742 Sep3cm
- 731 Sep
August scored highest for Nevados de Chillán in 2026. Based on 65 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
1 tracked seasonLast completed season(2026)
65 days
Jul 18, 2026 → Sep 20, 2026
Next season(2026)
Opens Jul 18, 2026
Through Sep 20, 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 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.
