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San Bernardino Snow Forecast - 21st October 2026

San Bernardino Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 21 October 2026 05:54 PDT

Snow Forecast for San Bernardino

Snow and Weather from 21 October.

For Forecast detail, see below.

San Bernardino Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in San Bernardino?

San Bernardino Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (6,786ft)
Next Snow Expected21 October
Next Snow Amount3in
Next 48 Hours4in
Next 7 Days4in

Forecast for today in San Bernardino

Max 46°F
Min 36°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 46°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Wed
21

up to 4in New Snow

Lt RainShwrsLt RainCloud

Light rain first, rain showers then light rain showers, cloudy later.

Snow Line from 7,694ft to 5,525ft, with rain below.

Forecast times for San Bernardino are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for San Bernardino from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Wed
21
Thu
22
Fri
23
Sat
24
Sun
25
Mon
26
Tue
27
WindS F2NE F2
8,301ft
36°F
Light Snow
+4in
23°F
Fog
25°F
Cloud
+1in
23°F
Mixed
31°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
36°F
Fair
40°F
Clear
N F2
6,786ft
42°F
Light Snow
+3in
31°F
Mixed
32°F
Cloud
+1in
28°F
Fair
36°F
Cloud
42°F
Fair
47°F
Clear
5,272ft
46°F
Light Snow
42°F
Clear
39°F
Cloud
35°F
Fair
42°F
Cloud
52°F
Fair
55°F
Clear
Snow Line

varying 7,694ft
to 5,525ft

varying 5,928ft
to 5,423ft

5,272ft

varying 7,139ft
to 6,535ft

Max Town46°F42°F39°F35°F42°F52°F55°F
Min Town36°F27°F27°F24°F23°F27°F34°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.

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Snow Forecast near San Bernardino

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near San Bernardino
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayWeThFrSaSuMoTu
Madesimo8in 9in
Splügen / Rheinwald5in 7in
Brigels-Waltensburg-Andiast4in 6in
Laax3in 6in
Brigels4in 6in
Urmein / Oberheinzenberg4in 5in
Avers / Cresta4in 5in

How reliable is the snow in San Bernardino?

San Bernardino typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow reports and updates, check J2Ski for accurate information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in San Bernardino

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to San Bernardino, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in San Bernardino, 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 San Bernardino is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, 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 San Bernardino 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 San Bernardino 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.