Valle Nevado opened at -3°C under clear skies. El Colorado, Portillo and Las Leñas also report cold, bluebird conditions.
Valle Nevado is the standout this morning, registering -3°C with clear, cold skies over the central Andes. First light found firm, well sighted slopes and excellent visibility from the main ridge to the chairlift lines. The low temperature makes it the coldest start among the regional resorts, so expect crisp snow at higher elevations through the morning.
The rest of the Chilean cluster sits under the same bluebird canvas. El Colorado opened at 0°C, clear and cold across its frontside pitches. Portillo, at 0°C as well, has classic high-altitude clarity and strong light on the east-facing runs. Across the border, Las Leñas in Mendoza also reports 0°C and clear skies, giving a surprisingly uniform picture from central Chile to western Argentina. There is no sign of recent precipitation in the reports; these are sunny, cold starts rather than fresh-snow days. That matters: surface conditions will be governed by overnight freezes and solar radiation rather than new accumulations.
The current readings suggest a straightforward couple of days: cold, stable mornings with excellent visibility and firm underfoot conditions, softening on sun-exposed slopes as the day warms. Groomed pistes will hold well for early turns, while rock-hard lines and shady couloirs will stay firm until well into the afternoon. If you plan to travel between resorts, factor in very clear weather and strong sun at altitude rather than snow, and choose gear and timing accordingly.