Big Bear Lake

Big Bear Lake

Big Bear Lake, San Bernardino County, CA
6mi²
2049.00ft
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Lake Information

Big Bear Lake, located in San Bernardino County, California, is a popular mountain destination situated about two hours east of Los Angeles. The lake itself spans seven miles and serves as the centerpiece of a small town with the same name. In the winter, Big Bear Lake is a bustling ski destination, but in the summer, it transforms into a hub for vacationers seeking outdoor activities like fishing, boating, and hiking. While the town has a permanent population of just over 5,000 people, it can house as many as 100,000 visitors on popular weekends. Sitting near the San Bernardino National Forest, the area is renowned for its stunning views and miles of hiking trails. It's the perfect place for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. Whether you want to go on a scenic hike, take a boat out on the lake, or cast a line for some fish, Big Bear Lake has something to offer for everyone. With its proximity to Los Angeles and the surrounding mountains, it's an ideal destination for a day trip or a longer getaway.

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Current Conditions

54°F°
Feels like 56°F°
Clear
Today's High
63°F°
Today's Low
35°F°

Water Temperature

61°F
Updated: (May 12)
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Current water temperature for Big Bear Lake is 61°F.

Current Snapshot

Wind5 mph W (Gust 10 mph)
Pressure
29.93 inHg
Visibility33 mi
Humidity31%
Cloud Cover1%

Forecast: Thursday, May 15

Day 1 of 9

Hourly Insights

7 AM
41°F°
10 AM
54°F°
1 PM
61°F°
4 PM
60°F°

Temperature

High
63°F°
Low
35°F°

Precipitation

Chance0%
Amount0.00"
Typeclear

Wind

3mph
Avg Speed
Gusts up to
15mph
CalmModerateStrong
Max Speed9 mph

Sun, Moon & UV

Sunrise12:45 PM
Sunset2:43 AM
Moon PhasewaningGibbous
Max UV Index9 (Very High)

Solunar Fishing Forecast

Action Rating
2/5

Todays action is rated a 2 (scale is 0 thru 5, 5 is the best)

Major Times (Best)

9:20 AM - 11:50 AM

6:04 PM - 8:34 PM

Minor Times (Good)

7:00 AM - 7:00 AM

2:03 PM - 3:33 PM

Outlook for Thursday at Big Bear Lake

Expect temperatures ranging from 35°F to 63°F. Skies look mostly clear with little chance of precipitation. Winds will be averaging 3 mph, with potential gusts reaching up to 15 mph. The maximum UV index will be 9 (Very High), so plan sun protection accordingly. For anglers, today's fishing action is rated 2/5 (Todays action is rated a 2 (scale is 0 thru 5, 5 is the best)). Look for the best bite times during the major periods around 9:20 AM and 6:04 PM, or try the minor windows near 7:00 AM and 2:03 PM for potential early morning or evening action. Check back for the latest conditions and forecasts for Big Bear Lake.

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May 15th 2025

Lake Information

Elevation
2049 ft
Area
6 mi²
Coordinates
34.252, -116.916

Weather Forecast

Thursday

63°F
35°F

Friday

63°F
44°F

Saturday

57°F
40°F

Sunday

61°F
39°F

Monday

64°F
42°F

Tuesday

70°F
46°F

Wednesday

73°F
52°F

Thursday

75°F
55°F

Friday

75°F
57°F
Thursday - 5/15/2025
63°F
35°F
12am
39°F
61°F
29.97 hPa
2 mph
NNW
G: 4 mph
2am
37°F
61°F
29.96 hPa
1 mph
NW
G: 3 mph
4am
37°F
61°F
29.97 hPa
1 mph
E
G: 2 mph
6am
36°F
61°F
29.96 hPa
1 mph
ENE
G: 3 mph
8am
47°F
61°F
29.97 hPa
1 mph
ENE
G: 4 mph
10am
54°F
61°F
29.97 hPa
5 mph
ENE
G: 12 mph
12pm
60°F
61°F
29.94 hPa
3 mph
NE
G: 10 mph
2pm
63°F
61°F
29.91 hPa
3 mph
NNW
G: 11 mph
4pm
60°F
61°F
29.88 hPa
8 mph
WSW
G: 15 mph
6pm
56°F
61°F
29.87 hPa
6 mph
WSW
G: 11 mph
8pm
51°F
61°F
29.91 hPa
4 mph
SSW
G: 8 mph
10pm
48°F
61°F
29.94 hPa
4 mph
SSW
G: 7 mph

Water Temperature History

Trends for Big Bear Lake

Current Temp

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Latest recorded surface temperature.

Lowest in Period

37°F

On Jan 19

Coldest point in the Last 12 Months.

Average in Period

54°F

Typical temp during the Last 12 Months.

Temperature Trend: Last 12 Months

Surface temperature over the selected period.

Key Observations (Last 12 Months)

  • Warmest avg: July (74°F).
  • Coolest avg: December (41°F).
  • Rapid warming often occurs: March → April (+10°F).
  • Sharpest cooling trend: September → October (-15°F).

Weather Forecast

Wind speed and pressure trends

Hourly Wind Forecast

12am1am2am3am4am5am6am7am8am9am10am11am12pm1pm2pm3pm4pm5pm6pm7pm8pm9pm10pm11pm0481216

Wind Direction

333°

Pressure

1015 mb

Cloud Cover

5%

Visibility

15 miles

Daily Pressure Forecast

ThuFriSatSunMonTueWedThuFri0.008.8617.7226.5835.44
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