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Snow Valley Ski Resort Snow Report

California, United States Running Springs
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Snow Valley Ski Resort -- California ski resort
Snow Valley Ski Resort California · Running Springs
About this resort

Snow Valley Ski Resort

Snow Valley Ski Resort is a ski resort in the United States that offers a variety of trails for all levels of skiers. Some of the best trails include Big Easy, which is perfect for beginners, and Show Off, a challenging trail for advanced skiers. The resort also features a terrain park for snowboarders and freestyle skiers. An interesting fact about Snow Valley Ski Resort is that it was the first ski resort in Southern California, founded in 1924. For beginner skiers, a suggestion would be to take a lesson with one of the resort's experienced instructors. As for the best apres ski bar, the Bullwheel Bar & Grill is a popular choice for its cozy atmosphere and selection of craft beers.

Terrain mix: The Snow Valley Ski Resort is located in the San Bernardino Mountains of Southern California. The pertinent mountain ranges and mountain aspects of this ski resort include:

1. San Bernardino Mountains: Snow Valley Ski Resort is situated in the San Bernardino Mountains, which are a subrange of the larger Transverse Ranges in Southern California. The mountains offer a variety of terrain for skiing and snowboarding.

2. Bear Mountain: This peak is located near Snow Valley Ski Resort and is a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts. Bear Mountain offers challenging terrain and stunning views of the surrounding area.

3. Skyline Ski Run: This iconic ski run at Snow Valley offers a thrilling descent with stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests. It is a favorite among advanced skiers and snowboarders.

4. Slide Peak: This peak is located near Snow Valley Ski Resort and offers a variety of runs for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. Slide Peak is known for its scenic views and diverse terrain.

5. Chairlifts: Snow Valley Ski Resort features several chairlifts that provide access to the various runs and terrain on the mountain. The chairlifts offer stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests.

Overall, Snow Valley Ski Resort offers a unique skiing and snowboarding experience in the beautiful San Bernardino Mountains of California.

StateCalifornia
LocationRunning Springs
Base elevation6,801 ft
Summit elevation7,841 ft
Skiable acreage240 acres
Lifts12
Runs35
Longest run6,598 ft
Opened1924
Terrain parkYes
Night skiingYes
Detailed forecast

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Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.

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Next 5 days, hour by hour

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5-day forecast table

Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.

TimeConditionTemp (°F)Snow (in)Rain (in)Humidity (%)Wind (mps)Wind dir
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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & snow

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Forecast discussion

What forecasters are seeing

Plain-English forecast narrative from the local NWS office. Issued by NWS SGX.

993 FXUS66 KSGX 040831 AFDSGX Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service San Diego CA 131 AM PDT Sun Oct 4 2026 .SYNOPSIS... Hot days and warm nights, mainly west of the mountains, will continue through Thursday. Locally gusty Santa Ana winds will continue today, strongest near the coastal mountain slopes. Today will likely be the hottest day, but confidence is improving that Friday will be noticeably less hot and next weekend will be cooler. && .DISCUSSION...FOR EXTREME SOUTHWESTERN CALIFORNIA INCLUDING ORANGE... SAN DIEGO...WESTERN RIVERSIDE AND SOUTHWESTERN SAN BERNARDINO COUNTIES... This morning...Temperatures are near or a few degrees higher than at this time yesterday under clear skies. Offshore flow continues, with the windy locations reporting easterly winds gusting 20-35 mph at this hour. Several locations reported broken or tied high temperature records. Please see our Record Event Report. Today will likely be the hottest day of the week as high pressure aloft and gusty Santa Ana winds combine to produce daytime high temperatures ranging from the mid 90s to low triple digits in the coastal areas and inland valleys. These temperatures are about 15-25 degrees above normal. Daytime high temperatures remain well above normal west of the mountains through Thursday with moderate to high HeatRisk, although slight cooling from the sea breeze will incrementally spread farther inland each day as the offshore flow weakens. The high pressure ridge aloft will weaken a little on Monday and conditions become a little less stable. Enough for there to be clouds and a slight chance for showers Monday afternoon over the San Bernardino and Riverside County mountains. Any precipitation that occurs will likely be localized and light. The earliest that any model guidance shows marine layer clouds/fog returning to the coastal areas is Wed night/Thu morning, but the models have historically been slow with the return of the marine layer after a Santa Ana event so we`ll be monitoring this closely. Most model solutions are now indicating noticeable cooling on Friday as the high pressure ridge weakens and gets displaced to the south and east in response to a low pressure trough moving in from the northwest. Conditions will still be warm west of the mountains, with daytime high temperatures 10-15 degrees above normal. The coastal areas will likely see high temps in the 80s while the inland valleys will still see high temps in the mid to upper 90s. For next weekend...Significant cooling is likely as a majority of ensemble members show a low pressure trough deepening along the west coast. Current indications are for temperatures lowering to a few degrees above normal on Saturday then lowering further to a few degrees below normal on Sunday. A slim majority of ensemble members also show slight chances for widespread light rain on Sunday but confidence is still low. && .AVIATION... 040530Z...Coast/western valleys: SKC and VFR through the period. There is a 20-40% chance E/SE winds gusting 10-20 kts could reach parts of the coast from 15-19z Sun, including at KSAN and KCRQ (highest at KCRQ), then turn onshore W/NW late Sun morning. Inland Valleys/Foothills/Mountains: East winds weaken inland, remaining elevated over higher west facing slopes near mountain ridges through tonight. E/SE winds increase and expand westward to valleys in the early morning hours ~11-15z, peaking between 15-19z with gusts to 15-35 kts. MOD UDDFS expected over coastal slopes. Winds gradually turn westerly Sunday afternoon through the valleys as the sea breeze moves inland. Otherwise...Clear skies through the TAF period. && .MARINE... No hazardous marine conditions are expected through Wednesday. && .SKYWARN... Skywarn activation is not requested. However weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather conditions. && .SGX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES... CA...Extreme Heat Warning until 8 PM PDT Thursday for Orange County Coastal Areas-Orange County Inland Areas-San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire-San Diego County Coastal Areas-San Diego County Valleys-Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills. PZ...None. && $$ PUBLIC...PG AVIATION/MARINE...CSP

Mountain & avalanche safety

Know before you go
Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
Carry the gear, know how to use it
Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
Mind the weather window
Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
Respect closed terrain
Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.

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FAQ

About Snow Valley Ski Resort

Where does the snow data for Snow Valley Ski Resort come from?

Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.

How often is the snow report updated?

Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.

What's the elevation at Snow Valley Ski Resort?

See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.

How is "% of normal" calculated?

Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.

What ski resorts are near Snow Valley Ski Resort?

See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.

Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?

Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.

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