Bear Valley (Alpine County), CA has a Mediterranean climate characterized by warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. The average temperature in summer is 68 degrees Fahrenheit while the winter temperatures range from 28-46 degrees Fahrenheit. Precipitation in the region is generally low throughout the year, but there are occasional snowstorms that can bring up to two feet of snow at a time during the winter months. In addition to this, Bear Valley also experiences strong winds all year round due to its proximity to the Sierra Nevada Mountains. As a result, visitors should be prepared for strong winds regardless of the season and come prepared with proper clothing and equipment.
Bear Valley (Alpine County), California gets 50 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Bear Valley (Alpine County) averages 73 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 250 sunny days per year in Bear Valley (Alpine County). The US average is 205 sunny days.
Bear Valley (Alpine County) gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 77 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 85 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 31
Rain: averages 50 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 73 inches of snow a year