📷 Penitentes
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Penitentes
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Last Snowfall
Sep 10
todayPast 24 Hours
1.1cm
Past 48 Hours
8.1cm
Past 10 Days
18.2cm
14-Day Forecast
21.3cm
Snow Depth
205cm
Open-Meteo modelPowder Days
6
2026 season
Bluebird Days
1
2026 season
Exceptional season - 612cm already this season!
Penitentes is currently experiencing partly cloudy skies with a temperature of -10°C and a solid snow base of 205cm. The resort has received a total of 11cm of snow in the past week, contributing to a strong season total of 612cm, which is 208% of the 5-year average for this time of year.
AI-generated summaryDepth
205cm depth — excellent coverage.
Recent
In the last 7 days, the area has seen 11cm of new snow.
Forecast
The 14-day outlook predicts an average of 21cm of additional snowfall.
Historic
So far this season, the snow total is 208% of the 5-year average to date of 294cm.
Data updated Thu, Sep 10, 04:04 AM UTC
Current Conditions
Reported Thu, Sep 10, 04:04 AM UTC
Terrain Open
Not operating today
25 runs · 8 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Ops signals
- ●Freezing level below base — snowmaking window open
- ●Fresh snow + cold temps — good grooming window next 48h
- ●Cold summit temps — snow preservation favorable
Snow Summary
3194mUpdated Sep 10, 2026 at 4:04 AM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast: SnowSure™ multi-model blend
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About Penitentes
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.
Read the full resort guide →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.
- When is ski season at Penitentes?
- Penitentes typically operates from July 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 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.
- How will El Niño affect Penitentes in winter 2026?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #1 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +85% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Penitentes averaged +85% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026, Penitentes sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 +82%, '15-16 +36%, '23-24 +135%. A pattern, not a promise.
