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Snow Valley Ski Resort Snow Report

California, United States Running Springs
⚠ Heat Advisory · Heat Advisory issued July 24 at 9:31PM PDT until July 27 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
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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

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 SGX.

266 FXUS66 KSGX 240749 AFDSGX Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service San Diego CA 1249 AM PDT Fri Jul 24 2026 .SYNOPSIS... The warming trend will continue into the weekend with high temperatures on Saturday for inland areas around 8 to 12 degrees above average. This will be followed by a slow cooling trend into the middle of next week with high temperatures for next Wednesday around 5 degrees above average. This will be followed by a warming trend through the end of July into the first weekend in August. && .DISCUSSION...FOR EXTREME SOUTHWESTERN CALIFORNIA INCLUDING ORANGE... SAN DIEGO...WESTERN RIVERSIDE AND SOUTHWESTERN SAN BERNARDINO COUNTIES... .SHORT TERM (Today through Sunday)... Inland areas warmed several degrees on Thursday with high temperatures a few degrees above average near the coast to 5 to 10 degrees above average for the deserts. There will be slight additional warming for today and Saturday with Saturday high temperatures around 5 degrees above average near the coast to 8 to 12 degrees above average for inland areas. High temperatures on Saturday will range from around 80 near the coast to the upper 90s to 108 for the Inland Empire with 116 to 120 for the lower deserts. A brief increase in monsoonal moisture will cool high temperatures a few degrees on Sunday, but with high temperatures still 5 to 10 degrees above average for inland areas. Low temperatures will be quite warm, mostly in the mid 60s to mid 70s for the coast and valleys, in the mid 80s to mid 90s for the lower deserts and in the 70s and lower 80s for the Apple and Lucerne Valleys. The marine layer will remain around 1200 to 1500 feet deep with night and morning coastal low clouds spreading into the far western valleys at times late each night. && .LONG TERM (Monday through Thursday)... High pressure centered over the central and southern Rockies and plains will slowly weaken through Tuesday, then begin to strengthen on Wednesday and move westward with the center near Las Vegas for late next week. The gradual cooling and drying trend will continue through Wednesday with Wednesday high temperatures around 5 degrees above average. High temperatures on Wednesday will range from the mid 70s to around 80 near the coast to the mid 90s to 102 for the Inland Empire with 108 to 112 for the lower deserts. This will be followed by a warming trend through the end of July into the first weekend in August. && .AVIATION... 240530Z....Coast/Valleys...Mostly SKC this evening. Low clouds based 800-1200 ft MSL near La Jolla will begin to grow and expand over the next few hours, where cigs will cover KSAN and reach up to 15-20 miles inland. Increasing confidence that clouds may reach the OC coast but not cover KSNA (20 percent chance). Low clouds clearing 15- 17z Fri. Mostly SKC and VFR during the afternoon. Moderate confidence in timing and location of low clouds returning to coastal areas after 04Z Sat. covering most coastal TAF sites. Mountains/Deserts...VFR conditions prevail through the TAF period. Cumulus building over the mts Friday afternoon AOA 10k ft MSL. && .MARINE... Calm conditions over the next week with waves 2 to 4 feet and afternoon wind gusts near 15 kts or less. && .BEACHES... A 3 to 4 feet south swell from 190 degrees with 12 second period will bring surf of 5 to 7 feet to area beaches through Sunday. Highest surf will be on south-southwest facing beaches. Early next week, a longer period (18-20 second) south swell at 2-3 feet from 190-200 degrees is expected arrive. This will prolong elevated surf into next week and increase rip current risk. In addition to elevated surf, tides are expected be increase Friday to near 5.5, increasing to 6.0 to to 6.5 feet MLLW by Sunday. The combination of surf and tides will result in minor coastal flooding during high tides. && .SKYWARN... Skywarn activation is not requested. However weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather conditions. && .SGX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES... CA...Beach Hazards Statement through Sunday evening for Orange County Coastal Areas-San Diego County Coastal Areas. Heat Advisory until 8 PM PDT Monday for Orange County Coastal Areas-Orange County Inland Areas-Riverside County Mountains- San Bernardino County Mountains-San Diego County Coastal Areas-San Diego County Valleys-Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills. Extreme Heat Warning until 8 PM PDT Monday for Apple and Lucerne Valleys-Coachella Valley-San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire-San Diego County Deserts- San Diego County Mountains-San Gorgonio Pass near Banning. PZ...None. && $$ PUBLIC...17 AVIATION/MARINE/BEACHES...APR

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

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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