South America snow report, forecast & ski resorts
In the last 48 hours, Corralco got 2.0", Cerro Catedral got 1.6", and Chapelco got 1.2". As of November 6, 2026, Chapelco leads South America with 2.6" of snow forecast over the next 7 days, followed by Portillo (2.2") and Cerro Catedral (1.7"). Snow Way tracks 10 resorts in South America, ranked below by forecast snow.
Updated · Mid-mountain forecasts from Open-Meteo
Best South America ski resorts by the numbers
- Biggest verticalLas Leñas 3,904 ft from base to summit
- Highest summit (best snow preservation)Valle Nevado 12,041 ft
- Most snow this weekChapelco 2.6" forecast over 7 days
South America ski resorts ranked by snow this week
| Resort | 7-day | 14-day | 48h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapelco | 2.6" | 2.6" | 1.2" |
| Portillo | 2.2" | 2.6" | 0.1" |
| Cerro Catedral | 1.7" | 1.7" | 1.6" |
| El Colorado | 1.5" | 2.0" | 0.4" |
| Valle Nevado | 1.4" | 2.3" | 0.3" |
| Las Leñas | 1.3" | 2.1" | 0.0" |
| La Parva | 0.5" | 0.8" | 0.2" |
| Cerro Castor | 0.2" | 0.2" | 0.7" |
| Corralco | 0.1" | 5.5" | 2.0" |
| Nevados de Chillán | 0.0" | 0.0" | 0.6" |
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South America skiing FAQ
What is the South America snow report today?
In the last 48 hours, Corralco got 2.0", Cerro Catedral got 1.6", and Chapelco got 1.2". As of November 6, 2026, Chapelco leads South America with 2.6" of snow forecast over the next 7 days, followed by Portillo (2.2") and Cerro Catedral (1.7").
How many ski resorts are in South America?
Snow Way tracks 10 ski resorts in South America: Cerro Castor, Cerro Catedral, Chapelco, Corralco, El Colorado, La Parva, Las Leñas, Nevados de Chillán, Portillo, and Valle Nevado.
What are the best ski resorts in South America?
It depends on what you want. By the numbers: biggest vertical: Las Leñas (3,904 ft from base to summit); highest summit: Valle Nevado (12,041 ft); most snow this week: Chapelco (2.6" forecast over 7 days). Snow Way ranks every South America resort by this week's snow forecast below.
Which South America ski resort is getting the most snow this week?
As of November 6, 2026, Chapelco leads South America with 2.6" of snow forecast over the next 7 days, followed by Portillo (2.2") and Cerro Catedral (1.7").
What is the highest ski resort in South America?
Valle Nevado has the highest summit in South America at 12,041 ft.
Which South America ski resort has the most vertical?
Las Leñas has the biggest vertical drop in South America: 3,904 ft from base to summit.
What airport do you fly into for South America ski resorts?
The main airports for South America ski resorts are Santiago International (Arturo Merino Benítez) (SCL), Ushuaia International (USH), and San Carlos de Bariloche (BRC).
Which South America ski resorts are on the Epic Pass and Ikon Pass?
Ikon Pass: Valle Nevado.
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