South America
Ski Pucón Resort Guide
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Best months to book: August, July, June · 30-yr snow record
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Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Sep 21
1d agoPast 24 Hours
3cm
Past 48 Hours
7cm
Past 10 Days
7cm
7-Day Forecast
204cm
Snow Depth
--
Powder Days
5
2026 season
Resort Guide
Ski Pucón is located on the slopes of the Villarrica Volcano in southern Chile, offering panoramic views of the surrounding lakes and forests. The resort features 20 runs across varied terrain suitable for beginners to advanced skiers, with a skiable area of approximately 35 kilometers. Signature experiences include skiing on an active volcano and enjoying natural hot springs nearby, while key amenities encompass equipment rentals, ski school, and a mountain lodge. The unique volcanic setting and proximity to the adventure town of Pucón distinguish this resort as a notable destination for both skiing and outdoor exploration.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Ski Pucón
Lifts
9
Skiable area
1200 ac
Longest run
~1.45 km
Runs by difficulty(20 total)
Beginner
11
53% of terrain
Intermediate
5
27% of terrain
Advanced
3
13% of terrain
Expert
1
7% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Terrain by difficulty
- Beginner53%
- Intermediate27%
- Advanced13%
- Expert7%
Lift fleet
- Double chair2
- Surface lift4
Resort Info
Ski passes
Independent
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Black Forest Bar – This cozy and popular après-ski spot near Ski Pucón is renowned for its welcoming alpine ambiance, craft beers, and hearty German-inspired fare, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Sep 22, 01:03 AM UTC
194cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-26%
vs 5-Year Avg
261cm avg by now
-8%
vs 30-Year Avg
210cm avg by now
261cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 194.2 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~193.1 cm. That's 26% below the 5-year average (261 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 8% below the 30-year average (210 cm).
Ski Pucón Season Snowfall
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Ski Pucón Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 232cm with an average of 63 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 55% above this average (360cm 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 | 49cm | 14 days | 5cm | 15cm | 14cm |
| July | 64cm | 15 days | 9cm | 23cm | 15cm |
| August | 69cm | 15 days | 10cm | 23cm | 17cm |
| September | 29cm | 10 days | 4cm | 13cm | 9cm |
| October | 17cm | 7 days | 1cm | 6cm | 7cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
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 Ski Pucón
- Where is Ski Pucón?
- Ski Pucón is a ski resort in Chile.
- How high is Ski Pucón?
- Ski Pucón runs from a base elevation of 1,200 m (3,937 ft) to a summit of 2,100 m (6,890 ft), giving a vertical drop of 900 m (2,953 ft).
- How big is Ski Pucón?
- Ski Pucón has 1,200 acres (486 hectares) of skiable terrain, 20 marked runs and 9 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Ski Pucón?
- Ski Pucón is on the Independent. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- How much snow does Ski Pucón get in a typical season?
- Ski Pucón averages 290 inches / 737 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
