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Big Bear Mountain Snow Forecast - 5th May 2025

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Big Bear Mountain Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Big Bear Mountain

When will there be fresh snow?

This is the Snow Forecast for Big Bear Mountain, United States for 16 days from 5 May.

Updated 05 May 2025 11:34 PDT.

Big Bear Mountain Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected5 May
Next Snow Amount1in
Next 48 Hours1in
Next 7 Days1in
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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 48°F
Min 35°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
05

up to 1in New Snow

CloudShwrsLt DrizzleFair

Cloudy first, rain showers then light drizzle, fair later.

Snow Line from 8,232ft to 7,280ft, with rain below.

Big Bear Mountain has 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Big Bear Mountain Snow Report

Big Bear Mountain Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths
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Lower Snow Depths
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Snow Conditions
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Big Bear Mountain 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Big Bear Mountain from OpenMeteo
Mon
05
Tue
06
Wed
07
Thu
08
Fri
09
Sat
10
Sun
11
WindS F3NW F3E F2E F2
8,802ft
42°F
Light Snow
+1in
52°F
Clear
52°F
Clear
60°F
Clear
61°F
Cloud
66°F
Clear
63°F
Cloud
S F3NW F3E F2E F2
7,900ft
45°F
Light Snow
+1in
55°F
Clear
55°F
Clear
63°F
Clear
64°F
Cloud
69°F
Clear
66°F
Cloud
SW F2SW F3SE F2E F2S F2SW F2
6,998ft
48°F
Light Snow
58°F
Clear
57°F
Clear
64°F
Clear
66°F
Clear
72°F
Clear
71°F
Mixed
Snow Line

varying 8,232ft
to 7,280ft

Max Town48°F58°F57°F64°F66°F72°F71°F
Min Town35°F35°F39°F45°F50°F55°F56°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 48°F
Min 35°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
05

up to 1in New Snow

CloudShwrsLt DrizzleFair

Cloudy first, rain showers then light drizzle, fair later.

Snow Line from 8,232ft to 7,280ft, with rain below.

Max 58°F
Min 35°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 58°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
06

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

Max 57°F
Min 39°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 57°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
07

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

Max 64°F
Min 45°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 64°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
08

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

Max 66°F
Min 50°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 50°F to daytime highs around 66°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
09

Snow unlikely

CloudClearCloudCloud

Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.

Max 72°F
Min 55°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 55°F to daytime highs around 72°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
10

Snow unlikely

CloudClearClearClear

Cloudy early, then clear sky later.

Max 71°F
Min 56°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 56°F to daytime highs around 71°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
11

Snow unlikely

MixedCloudMixedCloud

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 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.

Big Bear Mountain Snow Forecast updated at 11:34 PDT, next update expected 14:00 PDT.

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Bear Mountain1in 1in
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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.