Bear Valley Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Bear Valley
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This is the Snow Forecast for Bear Valley, United States for 15 days from 27 April.
Updated 26 April 2025 18:34 UTC.
| Next Snow Expected | 27 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 9cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 10cm 4in |
| Next 7 Days | 11cm 4in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Bear Valley.
Forecast for today in Bear Valley
Max 1℃ 34°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -3℃ 27°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
27
10cm 4in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, snow showers, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Bear Valley has 10cm 4in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Bear Valley Snow Report
Snow report from Kirkwood (near Bear Valley)
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| Sun 27 | Mon 28 | Tue 29 | Wed 30 | Thu 01 | Fri 02 | Sat 03 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | E F2 | SW F2 | SW F3 | |||
| 2,590m 8,497ft | -3℃ 27°F
+10cm +4in
| 4℃ 40°F
 | 8℃ 47°F
 | 9℃ 48°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+1cm
|
| SW F2 | SE F2 | E F2 | SW F2 | SW F3 | |||
| 2,300m 7,546ft | -1℃ 30°F
+9cm +4in
| 5℃ 41°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 5℃ 41°F
|
| SW F2 | SW F2 | E F2 | SE F2 | SW F2 | |||
| 2,010m 6,594ft | 1℃ 34°F
+10cm +4in
| 9℃ 49°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 8℃ 45°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,010m 6,594ft | varying 2,109m 6,919ft | |||||
| Max Town | 1℃ 34°F | 9℃ 49°F | 14℃ 57°F | 14℃ 57°F | 14℃ 57°F | 10℃ 50°F | 8℃ 45°F |
| Min Town | -3℃ 27°F | -3℃ 26°F | -2℃ 28°F | 2℃ 36°F | 4℃ 40°F | 4℃ 39°F | -1℃ 30°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 Valley 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 1℃ 34°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -3℃ 27°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
27
10cm 4in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, snow showers, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 9℃ 49°F
Min -3℃ 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 26°F and rising to 9℃ 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
28
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 14℃ 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
29
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 4℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
01
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light drizzle later.
Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
02
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle, cloudy, light drizzle later.
Max 8℃ 45°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 8℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
03
up to 1cm New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,109m 6,919ft to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Bear Valley, 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 Valley, 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.
Bear Valley Snow Forecast updated at 18:34 UTC, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Bear Valley
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkwood | 6cm 2in | 7cm 3in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Bear Valley
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Bear Valley, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Bear Valley, 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 Valley 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 Valley 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 Valley 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.