Los Penitentes

Plan your trip to Los Penitentes in Mendoza, Argentina. Live snow reports, lift passes, piste maps, ski schools and chalets.

Location
Mendoza, Argentina, South America
Coordinates
-32.831722, -69.834694
Area
10 km²

Weather & Climate in Los Penitentes

The warmest temperatures in Los Penitentes occur in July, averaging 20.1°C (up to 25.1°C). The coolest conditions are in January at -3.0°C.

The driest weather conditions are typically in October with average rainfall of 91.8mm. Average humidity: 76.8%.

Monthly Temperatures

  • January: -3.0°C (rainfall: 131.8mm)
  • February: -1.4°C (rainfall: 121.4mm)
  • March: 3.3°C (rainfall: 110.5mm)
  • April: 7.3°C (rainfall: 134.9mm)
  • May: 12.5°C (rainfall: 134.0mm)
  • June: 17.5°C (rainfall: 120.7mm)
  • July: 20.1°C (rainfall: 110.6mm)
  • August: 19.1°C (rainfall: 112.8mm)
  • September: 15.4°C (rainfall: 103.7mm)
  • October: 10.0°C (rainfall: 91.8mm)
  • November: 3.9°C (rainfall: 99.6mm)
  • December: -0.4°C (rainfall: 110.1mm)

Recommended Packing List for Los Penitentes

Based on average temperature of 8.7°C, typical conditions, humidity 75%.

  • Heavy layers & thermal clothing - temperatures around 9°C require warm insulation
  • Warm hat & ski gloves - critical for cold mountain conditions
  • Ski goggles - essential for visibility on the slopes
  • Sunscreen & lip balm with SPF - protection from mountain UV at altitude
  • Waterproof ski boots - well-fitted for comfort on long ski days
  • Layered ski clothing - moisture-wicking base, insulating mid, waterproof outer
  • Ski helmet - essential for safety on all pistes
  • First aid kit - basic medical supplies for remote areas
  • Hand warmers - useful for cold chairlift rides
  • Camera or GoPro - capture your skiing memories on the slopes

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