📷 Bear Valley
North America
Bear Valley
Closed for the season
Season ended April 12, 2026
Conditions data updated Thu, May 28, 06:02 PM UTC · informational only
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Closed for Season — closed April 12
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
May 28
todayPast 24 Hours
1.9cm
Past 48 Hours
4cm
Past 10 Days
6.9cm
14-Day Forecast
6.8cm
Snow Depth
3cm
Overview
Bear Valley is a ski resort in North America, United States, currently closed for the season as of April 12, 2026. Today's SnowSure™ Score is 18/100 (Limited), snow base 3 cm (1.2 in), 2 cm (0.8 in) of new snow in the last 24 hours. The 14-day ensemble forecast across seven weather models (ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, ICON, Météo-France, Met Norway) calls for ~10 cm (3.9 in) of new snow. Conditions last updated 2026-05-28 18:02 UTC.
Resort Guide
Bear Valley is a ski resort located in the Central Sierra Nevada of California, offering over 1,600 acres of varied terrain suitable for all ability levels. The resort features a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, with a mix of groomed runs, advanced trails, and accessible beginner areas. Key amenities include ski and snowboard lessons, equipment rentals, multiple dining options, and a base village with lodging. Bear Valley is distinguished by its uncrowded slopes, scenic alpine setting, and a focus on approachable, community-oriented mountain experiences.
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Resort Info
Top Après Ski
Sky High Pizza & Pub – A popular après-ski spot in Bear Valley, Sky High Pizza & Pub is known for its welcoming atmosphere, hearty pizzas, and selection of craft beers, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.
Not operating — season has ended
Closed April 12, 2026
SnowSure scores and forecasts below are for planning and reference only while the resort is closed.
Depth
45cm depth - adequate for most conditions.
Recent
No significant recent snowfall.
Forecast
Light snow possible in the forecast.
Historic
Season is performing around average.
Closed for the season · Data updated Thu, May 28, 06:02 PM UTC · informational only
Snow Summary
Updated May 28, 2026 at 6:50 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
California & Sierra Nevada region
Current Conditions
Reported Thu, May 28, 06:02 PM UTC
Freezing Level
3640m
☀️ Above summit - warm/wet conditions
Base
2073m
Temp
6.2°C
Wind
4.9km/h
Snow Depth
264cm
14-Day Forecast
6.3cm
Mid-Mountain
2347m
Temp
-0.5°C
Wind
4.6km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
6cm
Summit
2621m
Temp
2.6°C
Wind
4.9km/h
Snow Depth
264cm
14-Day Forecast
9.8cm
Local Reports
0 reportsDaily Snowfall Forecast by Model
Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (2621m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
28
❄️
2.6°
-4.4°
4.6cm
Fri
29
❄️
2.9°
-2.9°
2.2cm
Sat
30
🌤️
9.9°
-6.7°
Sun
31
☀️
14.3°
-2.9°
Mon
1
☁️
16.2°
-0.1°
Tue
2
☁️
17.5°
1.3°
Wed
3
☁️
17°
4°
Thu
4
☀️
19.8°
2.6°
Fri
5
☀️
20.7°
4.1°
Sat
6
⛅
18.9°
6.5°
Summit elevation (2621m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Thu, May 28, 06:02 PM UTC
620.1cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-21%
vs 5-Year Avg
785.6cm avg by now
+2%
vs 30-Year Avg
609.9cm avg by now
785.6cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has increased significantly compared to the 30-year average, with the 5-year mean at 677.7 cm versus the long-term average of 505.5 cm. The 2022 season stands out as an anomaly, recording 1278.8 cm—more than double the 30-year average—while other recent years have fluctuated closer to or slightly above historical norms. The current season's snowfall is notably below both the recent 5-year and long-term averages, at just 65% and 87% of those benchmarks, respectively, indicating a sharp decline from the recent upward trend. Overall, while the long-term trend has been upward, recent variability and the current season's shortfall highlight increased year-to-year volatility.
Season at a Glance
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
