El Chaltén — Avalanche Forecast

The latest avalanche bulletin for El Chaltén (Argentina) was valid until Saturday, September 26, 2026 (danger 2 — Moderate). No newer forecast has been published — likely off-season.

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This bulletin expired on Saturday, September 26, 2026 — no newer forecast has been published.

Maximum Danger
2 · MODERATE
El ChalténAR-chalten
2

Pay special attention to snow accumulations on slopes steeper than 35°, mainly in the alpine sector, where wind-driven snow transport may have generated localized slabs. Pay attention to the rise in temperature, which could cause instability mainly in low and mid-mountain areas, especially in sectors with slopes close to rocks and exposed to the sun. Carry the appropriate equipment for traveling on hard snow, especially ski blades, due to

Danger by Elevation

Alpine2Moderate
Treeline1Low
Below treeline1Low

Active Avalanche Problems

Wind Slab
Wind Slab
Alpine
Size2/5
FrequencyPossible
StabilityFair
Wet Snow
Wet Snow
Treeline and below
Size2/5
FrequencyPossible
StabilityFair

Today there was a partly cloudy sky, with somewhat cold temperatures during the morning and an increase after midday. These conditions were accompanied by calm winds from the west and southwest. For tomorrow, Friday, a clear sky is expected, with light winds from the west and northwest during the morning, which will tend to ease toward midday. The 0 °C isotherm will be around 100 m during the morning, rising toward the afternoon, reaching 900 m. For

Source: CIAv Argentina (AAGM) · View Original Bulletin

Translated (ES)

Frequently asked questions

What does avalanche danger level 2 (Moderate) mean?

Heightened avalanche conditions on some steep slopes — careful route selection and terrain evaluation are needed.

How often is the El Chaltén forecast updated?

Avycast refreshes hourly; the bulletin is republished by CIAv Argentina (AAGM) usually once a day during the season.

Who publishes the El Chaltén avalanche forecast?

CIAv Argentina (AAGM) — the official warning service. Avycast aggregates and translates it; always check the original bulletin.

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