Big Bear Mountain Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Big Bear Mountain
This is the Snow Forecast for Big Bear Mountain, United States for 15 days from 16 November.
Updated 16 November 2025 09:36 AEDT.
Forecast times for Big Bear Mountain are in Mountain Time (US/Mountain).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Big Bear Mountain.
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Big Bear Mountain Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Big Bear Mountain?
| Next Snow Expected | 16 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 18cm |
| Next 7 Days | 26cm |
Forecast for today in Big Bear Mountain
Max 2℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
16
4cm New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, snow showers then light snow showers, fog later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Powder Alert!
Updated 16 November 2025 09:41 AEDT
Powder Possible :- 18cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Big Bear Mountain over the next 3 days.
Big Bear Mountain Snow Report
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| Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | |
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| Wind | SW F4 | SW F3 | NE F3 | ||||
| 2,683m | -2℃
+4cm
| 2℃
 +2cm
| -2℃
+12cm
| -2℃
 | -2℃
 | -3℃
+4cm
| -3℃
 +3cm
|
| SW F4 | SW F3 | NE F3 | |||||
| 2,408m | 0℃
+3cm
| 3℃
+2cm
| -1℃
+12cm
| 0℃
| 0℃
| -1℃
+4cm
| -1℃
+3cm
|
| SW F4 | SW F2 | NE F2 | |||||
| 2,133m | 2℃
+4cm
| 6℃
| 1℃
+12cm
| 1℃
| 1℃
| 0℃
+4cm
| 0℃
+4cm
|
| Snow Line | 2,133m | varying 2,349m | 2,133m | 2,133m | 2,133m | 2,133m | 2,133m |
| Max Town | 2℃ | 6℃ | 1℃ | 1℃ | 1℃ | 0℃ | 0℃ |
| Min Town | -2℃ | 0℃ | -6℃ | -6℃ | -4℃ | -5℃ | -1℃ |
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 2℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
16
4cm New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, snow showers then light snow showers, fog later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 6℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
up to 2cm New Snow
Fog early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,349m to 2,149m, with rain below.
Max 1℃
Min -6℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -6℃ and rising to 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
18
12cm New Snow
Cloudy first, heavy snow showers then clear sky, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 1℃
Min -6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -6℃ to daytime highs around 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Snow showers early, then clear sky later.
Max 1℃
Min -4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -4℃ to daytime highs around 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
20
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, clear sky then fair, cloudy later.
Max 0℃
Min -5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -5℃ to daytime highs around 0℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
21
4cm New Snow
Cloudy first, heavy snow showers then light snow showers, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 0℃
Min -1℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -1℃ and not getting above 0℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
22
3cm to 4cm New Snow
Light snow showers, heavy snow showers, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
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 09:36 AEDT, next update expected 12:00 AEDT.
Snow Forecast near Big Bear Mountain
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Mountain | 17cm | 26cm | |||||||
| Snow Summit | 18cm | 25cm | |||||||
| Snow Valley | 17cm | 20cm |
Snow Reliability
Big Bear enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average snow depth of 5-10 feet during peak season. For the latest snow conditions and forecasts, check out J2Ski for up-to-date information.
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.