📷 Portillo
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Portillo
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Last Snowfall
Sep 12
1d agoPast 24 Hours
2cm
Reported by PortilloPast 48 Hours
2cm
Past 10 Days
30cm
7-Day Forecast
0.1cm
Snow Depth
241cm
Resort reported (website)Powder Days
37
2026 season
Bluebird Days
3
2026 season
Local Snow
SnowSure Forecaster · September 12, 2026 · How we forecast →
Quiet Days Ahead with Minimal Snowfall
No significant snow is on the horizon for the next few days, with only a trace expected through midweek. The week will remain mostly quiet, with the next chance for snow coming late in the week.
Short-Term Forecast
Over the next 72 hours, we're looking at a dry stretch with no snowfall expected on Saturday, Sunday, or Monday. The last 24 hours brought us 0.4cm, but that’s where the action ends for now. Expect the current snow depth of 255cm to hold steady as we move through this quiet period.
Extended Forecast
As we look beyond Monday, the week remains mostly calm with just a slight chance of light snow later on Friday, bringing a potential 0.1cm. If you're holding out for a bigger day, keep an eye on Friday.
Yesterday: Light snow Friday, then a quiet weekend ahead
Exceptional season - 966cm already this season!
Portillo is experiencing clear skies and a chilly -14°C, with a solid snow depth of 241cm. The resort has received 30cm of new snow in the past week, contributing to a strong season total of 966cm so far. Looking ahead, the 14-day forecast suggests an average of 57cm more snow, which should help maintain excellent conditions.
AI-generated summaryDepth
241cm depth — excellent coverage.
Recent
In the last week, Portillo has seen 30cm of fresh snowfall.
Forecast
Light snow possible this week.
Historic
This season's snow total is 233% higher than the 5-year average to date of 415cm.
Data updated Sat, Sep 12, 11:04 PM UTC
Current Conditions
Reported Sat, Sep 12, 11:04 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Ops signals
- ●Freezing level below base — snowmaking window open
- ●Cold summit temps — snow preservation favorable
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About Portillo
Portillo is a renowned ski resort located in the Andes of Chile, approximately two hours from Santiago, offering dramatic mountain scenery and a unique lakeside setting. The resort features 35 runs and 14 lifts, catering to a range of abilities with a focus on intermediate and advanced terrain, including legendary off-piste options. Portillo is known for its intimate, all-inclusive hotel atmosphere, fostering a close-knit community experience, and its signature yellow hotel overlooking the stunning Laguna del Inca. Key amenities include ski-in/ski-out access, a heated outdoor pool, fitness facilities, and a variety of dining options, making it a distinctive destination for both relaxation and adventure.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Portillo
- Where is Portillo?
- Portillo is a ski resort in Chile.
- How high is Portillo?
- Portillo runs from a base elevation of 2,548 m (8,360 ft) to a summit of 4,222 m (13,852 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,674 m (5,492 ft).
- How big is Portillo?
- Portillo has 1,235 acres (500 hectares) of skiable terrain, 35 marked runs and 13 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Portillo?
- Portillo 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 Portillo?
- Portillo 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 much snow does Portillo get in a typical season?
- Portillo averages 291 inches / 740 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Portillo in winter 2026?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #2 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +84% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Portillo averaged +84% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026, Portillo sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 +98%, '15-16 +18%, '23-24 +136%. A pattern, not a promise.
