Big Bear Mountain Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Big Bear Mountain
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This is the Snow Forecast for Big Bear Mountain, United States for 16 days from 5 May.
Updated 05 May 2025 23:35 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 5 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 3cm 1in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Big Bear Mountain.
Forecast for today in Big Bear Mountain
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, rain showers then light drizzle, fair later.
Snow Line from 2,509m 8,232ft to 2,219m 7,280ft , with rain below.
Big Bear Mountain has 3cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Big Bear Mountain Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Big Bear Mountain 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 05 | Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F3 | NW F3 | E F2 | E F2 | |||
| 2,683m 8,802ft | 6℃ 42°F
 +3cm +1in
| 11℃ 52°F
 | 11℃ 52°F
| 16℃ 60°F
| 16℃ 61°F
 | 19℃ 66°F
| 18℃ 63°F
|
| S F3 | NW F3 | E F2 | E F2 | ||||
| 2,408m 7,900ft | 7℃ 45°F
+2cm +1in
| 13℃ 55°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 17℃ 63°F
| 18℃ 64°F
| 21℃ 69°F
| 19℃ 66°F
|
| SW F2 | SW F3 | SE F2 | E F2 | S F2 | SW F2 | ||
| 2,133m 6,998ft | 9℃ 48°F
| 14℃ 58°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 18℃ 64°F
| 19℃ 66°F
| 22℃ 72°F
| 22℃ 71°F
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| Snow Line | varying 2,509m 8,232ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 9℃ 48°F | 14℃ 58°F | 14℃ 57°F | 18℃ 64°F | 19℃ 66°F | 22℃ 72°F | 22℃ 71°F |
| Min Town | 2℃ 35°F | 2℃ 35°F | 4℃ 39°F | 7℃ 45°F | 10℃ 50°F | 13℃ 55°F | 14℃ 56°F |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
Big Bear Mountain Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, rain showers then light drizzle, fair later.
Snow Line from 2,509m 8,232ft to 2,219m 7,280ft , with rain below.
Max 14℃ 58°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
07
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 18℃ 64°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 64°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
08
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 19℃ 66°F
Min 10℃ 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 50°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 66°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 22℃ 72°F
Min 13℃ 55°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 13℃ 55°F to daytime highs around 22℃ 72°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Max 22℃ 71°F
Min 14℃ 56°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 14℃ 56°F to daytime highs around 22℃ 71°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Big Bear Mountain, United States gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Big Bear Mountain, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Big Bear Mountain Snow Forecast updated at 23:35 BST, next update expected 02:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Big Bear Mountain
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Mountain | 3cm 1in | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Snow Summit | 1cm - | 1cm - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Big Bear Mountain
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Big Bear Mountain, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Big Bear Mountain, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Big Bear Mountain is not always controlled (slopes made safe from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Big Bear Mountain will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Big Bear Mountain for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.