Bear Mountain Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Bear Mountain
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This is the Snow Forecast for Bear Mountain, United States for 16 days from 4 March.
Updated 04 March 2025 10:33 PST.
| Next Snow Expected | 6 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5in |
| Next 48 Hours | 6in |
| Next 7 Days | 10in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Bear Mountain.
Forecast for today in Bear Mountain
Max 51°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
04
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
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Updated 04 March 2025 14:39 PST
Powder Possible :- 6in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Bear Mountain over the next 2 days.
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Bear Mountain Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Bear Mountain 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 04 | Wed 05 | Thu 06 | Fri 07 | Sat 08 | Sun 09 | Mon 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SW F3 | SW F4 | W F3 | |||
| 8,802ft | 45°F
| 42°F
 | 30°F
 +6in
| 23°F
+4in
| 34°F
| 40°F
| 38°F
 |
| SW F2 | W F3 | SW F5 | W F3 | ||||
| 7,971ft | 47°F
| 46°F
| 31°F
 +5in
| 26°F
+4in
| 36°F
| 43°F
| 41°F
|
| SW F2 | SW F4 | SW F5 | W F3 | NW F3 | SW F2 | ||
| 7,139ft | 51°F
| 50°F
| 34°F
+4in
| 29°F
+3in
| 39°F
| 45°F
| 44°F
|
| Snow Line | 7,139ft | 7,139ft | |||||
| Max Town | 51°F | 50°F | 34°F | 29°F | 39°F | 45°F | 44°F |
| Min Town | 27°F | 37°F | 21°F | 20°F | 22°F | 28°F | 31°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.
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 51°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
04
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 50°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
05
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 34°F
Min 21°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 21°F and rising to 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
06
4in to 6in New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, cloudy then snow showers, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 29°F
Min 20°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 20°F and not getting above 29°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
07
3in to 4in New Snow
Clear sky first, light snow then snow showers, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 39°F
Min 22°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 22°F and rising to 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
08
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 45°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
09
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 44°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for 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 Bear Mountain, on any given trail 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.
Bear Mountain Snow Forecast updated at 10:33 PST, next update expected 16:00 PST.
Snow Forecast near Bear Mountain
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Bear Mountain | 6in | 14in | |||||||
| Snow Valley | 8in | 13in | |||||||
| Snow Summit | 5in | 10in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Bear Mountain
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Bear Mountain, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in 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 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 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 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.