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Valle Nevado Snow Forecast - 20th March 2026

Valle Nevado Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 21 March 2026 06:50 NZDT

Snow Forecast for Valle Nevado

Snow and Weather from 20 March.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Valle Nevado Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Valle Nevado?

Valle Nevado Snow Forecast Highlights - GFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (3,262m)
Next Snow Expected21 March
Next Snow Amount2cm
Next 48 Hours3cm
Next 7 Days3cm

Forecast for today in Valle Nevado

Max 8℃
Min 1℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Fri
20

up to 5cm New Snow

ClearClearLt DrizzleMixed

Clear sky, light drizzle, clear spells later.

Snow Line from 3,129m to resort level (2,855m).

Forecast times for Valle Nevado are in Santiago (America/Santiago) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Valle Nevado from OpenMeteo(GFS)
Fri
20		Sat
21		Sun
22		Mon
23		Tue
24		Wed
25		Thu
26
Wind
3,669m
0℃
Snow
+5cm
2℃
Snow
+6cm
-3℃
Cloud
+3cm
5℃
Clear
6℃
Clear
7℃
Clear
7℃
Clear
NW F2SW F2W F2SE F2
3,262m
5℃
Clear
+1cm
6℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+2cm
2℃
Light Snow
+1cm
7℃
Clear
11℃
Clear
9℃
Clear
9℃
Clear
NW F2SW F2W F2SE F2
2,855m
8℃
Clear
8℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
5℃
Light Snow
10℃
Clear
13℃
Clear
12℃
Clear
12℃
Clear
Snow Line

varying 3,129m
to 2,855m

2,855m

varying 2,949m
to 2,855m

Max Town8℃8℃5℃10℃13℃12℃12℃
Min Town1℃0℃1℃1℃7℃6℃6℃

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.

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Snow Forecast near Valle Nevado

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Valle Nevado
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayFrSaSuMoTuWeTh
El Colorado4cm 6cm
La Parva6cm 6cm

Snow Reliability

Valle Nevado typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 1-2 meters throughout the season. Regular snowfall ensures excellent skiing conditions, but it's always best to check the latest snow info on J2Ski for up-to-date reports.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Valle Nevado

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Valle Nevado, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Valle Nevado, 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 Valle Nevado 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 Valle Nevado 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 Valle Nevado 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.