El Colorado Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for El Colorado
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This is the Snow Forecast for El Colorado, Chile for 16 days from 28 May.
Updated 28 May 2025 01:36 PDT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for El Colorado.
Forecast for today in El Colorado
Max 27°F
Min 14°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 14°F and not getting above 27°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
28
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
El Colorado has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
El Colorado Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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El Colorado 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 28 | Thu 29 | Fri 30 | Sat 31 | Sun 01 | Mon 02 | Tue 03 | |
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| Wind | NW F3 | NW F2 | NW F2 | ||||
| 10,827ft | 16°F
| 20°F
 | 15°F
 | 13°F
| 24°F
| 23°F
| 24°F
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| NW F3 | NW F2 | NW F2 | |||||
| 9,350ft | 22°F
| 26°F
| 20°F
| 18°F
| 29°F
| 28°F
| 29°F
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| NW F3 | NW F2 | NW F2 | |||||
| 7,874ft | 27°F
| 31°F
| 25°F
| 24°F
| 34°F
| 34°F
| 35°F
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| Snow Line | 7,874ft | 7,874ft | 7,874ft | ||||
| Max Town | 27°F | 31°F | 25°F | 24°F | 34°F | 34°F | 35°F |
| Min Town | 14°F | 13°F | 16°F | 15°F | 20°F | 20°F | 28°F |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
El Colorado Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 27°F
Min 14°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 14°F and not getting above 27°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
28
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Max 31°F
Min 13°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 13°F and not getting above 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
29
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then fog, clear spells later.
Max 25°F
Min 16°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 16°F and not getting above 25°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
30
Snow unlikely
Light snow showers early, then clear spells later.
Max 24°F
Min 15°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 15°F and not getting above 24°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
31
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Max 34°F
Min 20°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 20°F and rising to 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
01
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Max 34°F
Min 20°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 20°F to daytime highs around 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
02
New Snow
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 35°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
03
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for El Colorado, Chile gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in El Colorado, on any given trail or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
El Colorado Snow Forecast updated at 01:36 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near El Colorado
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valle Nevado | - | 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in El Colorado
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to El Colorado, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in El Colorado, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at El Colorado is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in El Colorado will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for El Colorado for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.