📷 Penitentes
South America
Penitentes
Status unconfirmed
Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:06 PM UTC · informational only
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Status unconfirmed
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Aug 17
4d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
45.4cm
14-Day Forecast
121.7cm
Snow Depth
--
Overview
Penitentes is a ski resort in South America, Argentina, currently closed for the season. Today's SnowSure™ Score is 64/100, 26 cm (10.2 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 ~122 cm (48 in) of new snow. Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 15:06 UTC.
Resort Guide
Penitentes is a ski resort located in the Andes of Mendoza, Argentina, near the border with Chile. The resort features over 300 hectares of skiable terrain with slopes suitable for beginners, intermediates, and advanced skiers, as well as a snowpark. Penitentes offers a relaxed mountain atmosphere, on-site lodging, equipment rentals, and ski school services, making it accessible for families and groups. Its proximity to Aconcagua and scenic high-altitude setting distinguish it as a convenient base for both skiing and exploring the surrounding Andes.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Penitentes
Lifts
8
Skiable area
1828.6 ac
Resort Info
Top Après Ski
La Herradura – This rustic bar and restaurant at Penitentes is renowned for its cozy mountain ambiance, hearty Argentine fare, and welcoming après-ski atmosphere, making it a favorite spot for skiers to unwind with drinks and local specialties after a day on the slopes.
Status unconfirmed
SnowSure scores and forecasts below are for planning and reference only while the resort is closed.
Depth
Resort closed — no current ski-base depth.
Recent
In the past week, there has been a total of 18cm of snowfall.
Forecast
The 14-day snow outlook suggests potential snowfall averaging around 122cm.
Historic
Season-to-date snowfall is currently at 208% of the 5-year average.
Status unconfirmed · Data updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:06 PM UTC · informational only
Snow Summary
Updated Aug 21, 2026 at 3:06 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, 03:06 PM UTC
Base
2579m
Temp
2.9°C
Wind
3.9km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
72.6cm
Mid-Mountain
2887m
Temp
--°C
Wind
4km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
121.7cm
Summit
3194m
Temp
-1°C
Wind
3.9km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
116.4cm
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 Penitentes (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, 3:06 PM
Today 3 / -8 | Sat, Aug 22 4 / -6 | Sun, Aug 23 2 / -7 | Mon, Aug 24 3 / -91cm1.5mm | Tue, Aug 25 1 / -327.6cm39.4mm | Wed, Aug 26 1 / -230.6cm43.8mm | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0.1 | 0.9 | 6.7 | 9.8 | 11.1 | 11.1 | 7.2 | 12.3 |
| Precip (mm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 | 1.3 | 9.6 | 14 | 15.8 | 15.9 | 10.3 | 17.6 |
| Temp (°C) | -7 | 1 | -4 | -5 | 3 | -3 | -6 | 1 | -4 | -7 | 2 | -4 | -2 | 0 | -2 | -1 | 0 | -1 |
| Wind (km/h) | 6 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 32 | 29 | 33 | 32 | 27 | 28 | 27 | 30 | 26 | 31 | 35 | 32 | 43 | 40 | 46 | 60 | 60 | 57 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (3194m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
21
⛅
2.7°
-8°
6 km/h
Sat
22
⛅
4.3°
-6.1°
6 km/h
Sun
23
☁️
2.3°
-7.2°
0.1cm
6 km/h
Mon
24
❄️
3.3°
-9.1°
0.6cm
6 km/h
Tue
25
❄️
1°
-3.5°
25.5cm
6 km/h
Wed
26
❄️
0.9°
-1.8°
32.8cm
6 km/h
Thu
27
❄️
-1.7°
-3.6°
17.9cm
6 km/h
Fri
28
❄️
-1°
-5.5°
6.9cm
6 km/h
Sat
29
❄️
-1.2°
-7.2°
1.5cm
6 km/h
Sun
30
❄️
-0.6°
-4.6°
4.3cm
5 km/h
Summit elevation (3194m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:06 PM UTC
491.7cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+108%
vs 5-Year Avg
236cm avg by now
+145%
vs 30-Year Avg
201cm avg by now
236cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 491.7 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~490.9 cm. That's 108% above the 5-year average (236 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 144% above the 30-year average (201 cm).
Penitentes Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 316cm with an average of 70 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 | 93.5cm | 13 days | 79cm | 125cm | 25cm |
| July | 67.9cm | 12 days | 126cm | 157cm | 19.6cm |
| August | 70.3cm | 13 days | 153cm | 186cm | 20.5cm |
| September | 43.9cm | 12 days | 162cm | 185cm | 14.2cm |
| October | 25.5cm | 11 days | 130cm | 160cm | 8.2cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
ENSO seasonal analog
History · not a forecastIn 5 past El Niño winters at Penitentes, ERA5 season snowfall median was 422 cm (166 in), about 51% 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
422 cm
5 El Niño winters · 51% above median
All-season median
279 cm
Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026)
| Phase | Seasons | Median | p25–p75 | Recent analogs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Niñocurrent | 5 | 422 cm | 398 cm – 565 cm | 2023, 2015, 2009, 2002, 1997 |
| La Niña | 4 | 211 cm | 141 cm – 274 cm | 2022, 2010, 1999, 1998 |
| ENSO-neutral | 21 | 254 cm | 231 cm – 365 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 Penitentes
- Where is Penitentes?
- Penitentes is a ski resort in Argentina.
- How high is Penitentes?
- Penitentes runs from a base elevation of 2,579 m (8,461 ft) to a summit of 3,194 m (10,479 ft), giving a vertical drop of 615 m (2,018 ft).
- How big is Penitentes?
- Penitentes has 1,829 acres (740 hectares) of skiable terrain, 25 marked runs and 8 lifts.
- How much snow does Penitentes get in a typical season?
- Penitentes averages 138 inches / 350 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
