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 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 17:30 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 21 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 1in |
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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 33°F
Min 23°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 23°F to daytime highs around 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
El Colorado has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
El Colorado Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
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El Colorado 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F3 | NW F2 | |||||
| 10,827ft | 23°F
| 21°F
| 23°F
| 24°F
 | 29°F
| 23°F
 +1in
| 21°F
 |
| NW F3 | NW F2 | ||||||
| 9,350ft | 28°F
| 26°F
| 29°F
| 30°F
| 34°F
| 29°F
+1in
| 27°F
|
| NW F3 | NW F2 | ||||||
| 7,874ft | 33°F
| 31°F
| 34°F
| 35°F
| 40°F
| 34°F
| 32°F
|
| Snow Line | 7,874ft | varying 8,921ft | varying 10,823ft | ||||
| Max Town | 33°F | 31°F | 34°F | 35°F | 40°F | 34°F | 32°F |
| Min Town | 23°F | 22°F | 18°F | 15°F | 19°F | 26°F | 12°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 33°F
Min 23°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 23°F to daytime highs around 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 31°F
Min 22°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 22°F and not getting above 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
17
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 34°F
Min 18°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 18°F and rising to 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, clear spells later.
Max 35°F
Min 15°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 15°F and rising to 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fog, clear spells later.
Max 40°F
Min 19°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 19°F and rising to 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 34°F
Min 26°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
up to 1in New Snow
Light rain first, snow showers then cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 10,823ft to resort level.
Max 32°F
Min 12°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12°F to daytime highs around 32°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, fair 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 17:30 PDT, next update expected 23:00 PDT.
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.