When to Ski in Chile and Argentina? | South America

The South America ski season is generally in the middle of the year (comp-ared with the USA / Europe / Canada season). Typically, during the years of moderate snowfall, the ski season in Chile and Argentina lasts from mid-June to mid-October. In some years, ski tours or "skin lifting" are possible until November. However, if you are looking for the best snow cover, the best chance for snowfall, a small crowd and the cheapest accommodation, then there is definitely a great place to go to Chile and Argentina for skiing here. After the cancellation of the ski season last summer due to covid-19, ski resorts in Chile and Argentina are looking forward to returning guests to the legendary slopes of the Andes in the Southern summer season of 2021, albeit with some known precautions.

What Does It Look Like To Ski In South America This Summer?

Starting from the previous COVID-19 caboch in South America,during the summer ski season, locals, visitors and foreigners are struggling to get back on some of their favorite ski lifts. But what will skiing and horse riding look like in South America? Are international trips allowed? Will COVID-19 resorts need tests to access the slopes?

We will try our best to answer these and other questions…

Chile: the first ski resort to ski to announce plans this summer, 3/8 property currently in COVID-19 PCR tests working with national and local health authorities to create a way to access the facility explained that when Portillo Ski Center.

Although we expect Valle Nevado's plan to be very similar, we cannot yet confirm the safety protocols for the 2021 summer ski season.

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Argentina: Cerro Catedral in Argentina welcomes locals,In early February, pedestrian traffic returns to the ski lifts, and so far everything has been going smoothly. The tasks for masks and social distancing protocols are good, but we have no idea what the restrictions on traveling to and from Argentina in June will look like.

When Should I Book A Ski Trip To Chile Or Argentina?

To avoid the crowds and the most expensive accommodation prices, skip the last two weeks of July because it is student holidays, and popular resorts such as Portillo, Valle Nevado and Cerro Catedral tend to be a little crowded. In addition, food and drinks will be more expensive during this period, as well as night fares, as availability is limited.

Instead, we recommend visiting South America during two specific periods of the summer season.

Early July: how the season began,snowfall has been abundant, some of the best days to get legitimate dust come from the middle of the winter period, which usually takes the first few weeks of July.

August: If snow still needs to accumulate in the second week of July, we recommend waiting for a busy period from the end of July to fly to the slopes from the beginning of August.

In August, the depth of the bottom is usually the deepest of the season, and the daily conditions vary between winter and spring, providing guests with a pleasant variety of decadence on most trips.

You can even collect powdery dust like snow in the morning and corn like snow in the afternoon!  

When Is The Best Snowfall In Chile And Argentina

June to early July, the beginning of the season can be a little unfortunate in terms of snow cover. O,in older years, he said, these months can be incredible for an extremely light powder. In early August, after severe storms have passed, the terrain is usually completely clear, and the snow bag is at its deepest point.August and early September in the Andes there are often  secondary snowstorms, which constantly refresh the slopes.

In fact, there is even a legendary storm Santa Rosa weather system that landed in the Andes about a week before the end of August—in the Fiesta de Santa Rosa region.

To Sum Things Up About When to Ski in Argentina / Chile ...

Skiing in South America is a fantastic experience. The Andes Mountains provide some of the steepest, most immaculate slopes in the world. It’s no surprise that this region has become so popular, and the ski resorts in Chile and Argentina are growing in popularity every year.

The seasons are opposite of the Northern Hemisphere, so the best time to visit would be in the late summer through early fall. The weather is still warm, but the days are bright and sunny. The ski conditions are almost perfect! It’s a great time to get in some laps on the mountain, or take some time to relax with your friends in the village.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Aleksandra Djurdjevic          

Senior Content Creator

Aleksandra Djurdjevic is a senior writer and editor, covering snowboarding, skiing and trends in outdoor winter activities. She has previously worked as ESL teacher for English Tochka. Aleksandra graduated from the Comparative Literature department at the Faculty of Philosophy in Serbia. Aleksandra’s love for the mountains, getting out in the snow on her board, season after season, seeking wild snow adventures across the globe helps her continue to be a top expert at CSG.