Torres del Paine W Trek
Chile · Patagonia
The classic W-shaped route through Torres del Paine, visiting the iconic granite towers, French Valley, and Grey Glacier.
Generating AI safety verdict…
Rain Advisory
15mm of rain forecast over the next 24 hours.
Snow Warning
Snowfall expected. Roads may be slippery.
Trailhead Conditions
Patagonia, Chile · 50m
Tuesday, September 22 at 5:56 AM
Feels like 0°C
Partly cloudy
Humidity
87%
Wind
3 km/h NE
Gusts
3 km/h
Pressure
1015 hPa
Dew Point
-2°C
Cloud Cover
98.4%
Visibility
10.0 km
Precip
0 mm
48-Hour Forecast
14-Day Forecast
Is Torres del Paine W Trek safe to hike right now?
The AI safety verdict above is updated every 4 hours using live weather data from MET Norway at both the trailhead (50m) and the summit (1,241m). A GO verdict means current conditions are suitable for the trek. CAUTION means proceed with awareness of specific risk factors shown above. NO-GO means conditions are currently inadvisable — check back after the weather window passes.
How difficult is Torres del Paine W Trek?
Torres del Paine W Trek is rated moderate. It requires a reasonable level of fitness and some prior hiking experience. Expect sustained ascents and variable terrain. The typical completion time is 5 days for a multi-day trek.
What is the elevation of Torres del Paine W Trek?
The trailhead starts at 50 metres above sea level in Patagonia, Chile. The summit or highest point reaches 1,241 metres — a net elevation gain of 1,191 metres.
What gear do I need for Torres del Paine W Trek?
The packing list in the AI verdict above is tailored to the current forecast. As a baseline for Torres del Paine W Trek in Chile: waterproof jacket and trousers, trekking poles, sturdy boots, sun protection, and a first aid kit.
Weather data: MET Norway Locationforecast 2.0 (CC BY 4.0) · AI verdicts by Anthropic Claude