South America
Cerro Castor Resort Guide
Solid · 2026 season average
Projected to open July 2027 · average of 87 verified open days
Best months to book: September, August, July · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Jul 2027 — closed September 27
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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Snow Depth
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Powder Days
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2026 season
Resort Guide
Cerro Castor is the southernmost ski resort in the world, located near Ushuaia in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina. The resort features over 34 kilometers of skiable terrain across a variety of runs suitable for all levels, modern lift infrastructure, and a long ski season from June to October due to its unique latitude. Visitors can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, panoramic views of the Andes and Beagle Channel, and amenities including equipment rentals, ski schools, and multiple dining options. Cerro Castor stands out for its reliable snow conditions, family-friendly environment, and distinctive Patagonian setting.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Cerro Castor
Lifts
14
Longest run
2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Lift fleet
- Quad chair6
- Surface lift4
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Top Après Ski
Morada del Águila – This popular après-ski spot at Cerro Castor is renowned for its cozy alpine ambiance, panoramic mountain views, and hearty Patagonian cuisine, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind with local wines and craft beers after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 09:05 PM UTC
320cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+61%
vs 5-Year Avg
199cm avg by now
+98%
vs 30-Year Avg
162cm avg by now
199cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 144.3 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~320.4 cm. That's 61% above the 5-year average (199 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 98% above the 30-year average (162 cm).
Cerro Castor Season Snowfall
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Cerro Castor Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 155cm with an average of 46 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 28% above this average (199cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 29cm | 9 days | 22cm | 31cm | 7cm |
| July | 32cm | 10 days | 38cm | 47cm | 7cm |
| August | 33cm | 9 days | 51cm | 58cm | 7cm |
| September | 26cm | 8 days | 50cm | 59cm | 6cm |
| October | 19cm | 6 days | 20cm | 40cm | 5cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2026
37.8
Season Average
87 days scored
63
Best Day
3 Sep
32
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
0
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
July 2026
- 3414 Jul
- 337 Jul1cm
- 326 Jul
August 2026
- 5829 Aug
- 5723 Aug
- 5625 Aug
September 2026
- 633 Sep3cm
- 638 Sep
- 6310 Sep4cm
September scored highest for Cerro Castor in 2026. Based on 87 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
1 tracked seasonLast completed season(2026)
87 days
Jul 3, 2026 → Sep 27, 2026
Next season(2026)
Opens Jul 3, 2026
Through Sep 27, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
August
Peak Season
July
Peak Season
September
Good
June
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Cerro Castor
- Where is Cerro Castor?
- Cerro Castor is a ski resort in Argentina.
- How high is Cerro Castor?
- Cerro Castor runs from a base elevation of 195 m (640 ft) to a summit of 939 m (3,081 ft), giving a vertical drop of 744 m (2,441 ft).
- How big is Cerro Castor?
- Cerro Castor has 35 marked runs and 14 lifts.
- When is ski season at Cerro Castor?
- Cerro Castor typically operates from June to September. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Cerro Castor get in a typical season?
- Cerro Castor averages 240 inches / 610 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
