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Snow Summit Mountain Resort snow report

California, United States Big Bear Lake
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Snow Summit Mountain Resort -- California ski resort
Snow Summit Mountain Resort California · Big Bear Lake
About this resort

Snow Summit Mountain Resort

Snow Summit Mountain Resort is a renowned ski resort located in California, United States. With over 240 acres of skiable terrain, it is a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts. The resort boasts of some of the best trails, including the Olympic and Miracle Mile, which are perfect for advanced skiers. Interestingly, Snow Summit Mountain Resort was the first American ski resort to allow snowboarding in 1983. For beginners, the resort offers the perfect environment to learn skiing, with gentle slopes like the Upper Westridge and Easy Street. The best apres ski bar at Snow Summit Mountain Resort is the Slopeside Speakeasy, known for its delicious food, drinks, and live music.

Terrain mix: Snow Summit Mountain Resort is located in the San Bernardino Mountains in Southern California. The resort is part of the larger Big Bear Mountain Resort, which also includes Bear Mountain.

The pertinent mountain ranges and aspects of Snow Summit Mountain Resort include:
1. San Bernardino Mountains: Snow Summit is situated in the San Bernardino Mountains, which are part of the Transverse Ranges in Southern California.
2. Summit Run: This is the main ski run at Snow Summit Mountain Resort, stretching from the summit down to the base area. It offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.
3. Westridge: This area of the resort features more advanced terrain and is popular among expert skiers and snowboarders.
4. The Wall: Known for its steep and challenging terrain, The Wall is a favorite among advanced skiers looking for a thrilling descent.
5. Chair Lifts: Snow Summit has several chair lifts that provide access to the various runs and terrain features on the mountain, including the high-speed quad Summit Express lift and the beginner-friendly Bear Bottom Beginner Area lift.

Overall, Snow Summit Mountain Resort offers a diverse range of terrain and skiing experiences for visitors to enjoy in the beautiful San Bernardino Mountains of California.

StateCalifornia
LocationBig Bear Lake
Base elevation7,001 ft
Summit elevation8,199 ft
Skiable acreage240 acres
Lifts14
Runs31
Longest run6,598 ft
Opened1952
Terrain parkYes
Night skiingYes
Detailed forecast

Plan your day down to the hour

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.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

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

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.

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Forecast discussion

What forecasters are seeing

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

288 FXUS65 KVEF 110750 AFDVEF Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Las Vegas NV 1250 AM PDT Sat Jul 11 2026 .KEY MESSAGES... * Expect one more day of dry conditions and above normal temperatures. * Monsoonal moisture pushes in this weekend, resulting in increased chances for showers and thunderstorms next week. && .DISCUSSION...Today through Thursday. High pressure overhead maintains high temperatures 5 to 8 degrees above normal today and tomorrow, including highs near 110 degrees for Las Vegas. These daytime highs combined with warm overnight lows result in widespread Moderate (Level 2 of 4) with pockets of Major (Level 3 of 4) Heat Risk for most locations across the forecast area. Breezy southwesterly winds in the afternoon should weaken. However, gusty outflow winds from convection over the Mogollon Rim may make it to Mohave County this evening. The center of the high becomes situated over the Four Corners by Sunday, allowing for monsoonal moisture advection that should last through most of the week. Moisture will ebb and flow with slight movements of the high each day. Convection on Sunday will primarily be limited to northwestern Arizona, although isolated convection may occur in southern Nevada, especially with outflow boundaries. Convection spreads into the rest of southeastern California and northwestern Arizona as moisture works north and west. Daily convection should begin over high terrain as orographic lift assists in storm formation, followed by outflow driven convection later in the day. The primary threats on Sunday and Monday will be gusty outflow winds and dry lightning as lower levels remain dry. However, flash flooding increasingly becomes a threat as the atmosphere saturates at lower levels by midweek. && .AVIATION...For Harry Reid...For the 06Z Forecast Package... Southwest winds between 4 to 7 kts are expected to continue into the early morning hours when wind will become light and variable. Winds pick up from the southeast varying from 130 to 160 degrees mid around 8-10 kts morning Saturday with a few high clouds passing over the terminal. Southeast winds persist through the day until they shift to the southwest during the late afternoon hours. Temperatures will exceed 100 degrees from about 18Z Saturday to 04Z Sunday, peaking at around 110 degrees. For the rest of southern Nevada, northwest Arizona and southeast California...For the 06Z Forecast Package...Mainly southeast winds around 10 kts through the day at Las Vegas Valley terminals shifting to southwest late this afternoon. High clouds will move through the area this afternoon. KBIH will see gusty southeast winds from 25 to 30 kts this afternoon and evening with SCT-BKN clouds moving across the terminal. .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...Spotters are encouraged to report any significant weather or impacts according to standard operating procedures. && .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...Spotters are encouraged to report any significant weather or impacts according to standard operating procedures. && $$ DISCUSSION...Meltzer AVIATION...Berc For more forecast information...see us on our webpage: https://weather.gov/lasvegas or follow us on Facebook and Twitter

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.

Track Snow Summit Mountain Resort in the Snoflo app

Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Snow Summit Mountain Resort reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.

FAQ

About Snow Summit Mountain Resort

Where does the snow data for Snow Summit Mountain 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 Summit Mountain 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 Summit Mountain 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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