Great Bear Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Great Bear
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This is the Snow Forecast for Great Bear, United States for 15 days from 9 May.
Updated 08 May 2025 17:33 BST.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Great Bear.
Forecast for today in Great Bear
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 4℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Great Bear has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Great Bear Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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Great Bear 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | Tue 13 | Wed 14 | Thu 15 | |
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| Wind | NE F3 | SE F3 | SE F2 | S F3 | SW F3 | ||
| 519m 1,703ft | 14℃ 57°F
| 19℃ 65°F
| 21℃ 70°F
| 23℃ 73°F
 | 18℃ 65°F
| 23℃ 73°F
| 25℃ 77°F
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| NE F3 | SE F3 | SE F2 | S F3 | SW F3 | |||
| 484m 1,588ft | 14℃ 57°F
| 19℃ 66°F
| 21℃ 71°F
| 23℃ 73°F
| 19℃ 65°F
| 23℃ 73°F
| 25℃ 77°F
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| NE F3 | SE F3 | SE F2 | S F3 | SW F3 | |||
| 449m 1,473ft | 14℃ 57°F
| 19℃ 66°F
| 22℃ 71°F
| 23℃ 74°F
| 19℃ 66°F
| 23℃ 74°F
| 25℃ 78°F
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 14℃ 57°F | 19℃ 66°F | 22℃ 71°F | 23℃ 74°F | 19℃ 66°F | 23℃ 74°F | 25℃ 78°F |
| Min Town | 4℃ 38°F | 3℃ 38°F | 10℃ 50°F | 12℃ 53°F | 13℃ 56°F | 13℃ 56°F | 17℃ 62°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.
Great Bear 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 14℃ 57°F
Min 4℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Max 19℃ 66°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 66°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 22℃ 71°F
Min 10℃ 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 50°F to daytime highs around 22℃ 71°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 23℃ 74°F
Min 12℃ 53°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12℃ 53°F to daytime highs around 23℃ 74°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 19℃ 66°F
Min 13℃ 56°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 13℃ 56°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 66°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
13
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light drizzle, cloudy later.
Max 23℃ 74°F
Min 13℃ 56°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 13℃ 56°F to daytime highs around 23℃ 74°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
14
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Max 25℃ 78°F
Min 17℃ 62°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 17℃ 62°F to daytime highs around 25℃ 78°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
15
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for Great Bear, 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 Great Bear, 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.
Great Bear Snow Forecast updated at 17:33 BST, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Great Bear
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Great Bear, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Great Bear, 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 Great Bear 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 Great Bear 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 Great Bear 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.