Some people are wondering whether we’re even going to get snow this year in Idyllwild. Don’t worry—there has never been a year without snow. The lowest recorded snowfall was during the winter of 1983–1984, when just 4.8 inches fell. On the opposite extreme, the winter of 1948–1949 brought a remarkable 108 inches—about nine feet of snow.

Idyllwild sits right on the edge of the snow line, at roughly 5,200–5,300 feet in elevation. Because of this, just a couple of degrees can make the difference between rain and snow. That’s also one of the main reasons we don’t have major winter sports like skiing or snowboarding here: snowfall simply isn’t consistent enough. During an El Niña year, which tends to be warmer and drier—like this one—we usually see less snow. By comparison, Big Bear sits about 1,300–1,400 feet higher than Idyllwild and therefore receives significantly more snowfall.

Over time, the average snowfall in Idyllwild is about three feet per year. Some winters bring much more; for example, during the 2022–2023 season, we received around six feet of snow. The timing of snowfall also varies widely. Snow has fallen as early as late October and as late as early May, though December through February are typically the snowiest months.

So don’t fret—it will snow eventually. We just won’t know how much until the season wraps up around April.

The attached photo shows the koi pond at Silver Pines Lodge during an especially heavy snowfall in 2006.

Thursday January 22nd
Yarn Club
Idyllwild Library
10 am – 12 Noon

Thursday January 22nd
A.I. Basics
With James
Idyllwild Library
2:30 pm

This introductory session is designed for absolute beginners who want to demystify Artificial Intelligence without needing a degree in computer science. We’ll strip away the jargon to look at how these systems actually “think” and work, and explore practical ways for you to use AI in your everyday life.

Thursday January 22nd
Idyllwild Arts
Lecture Series
“80 Years of Native American Arts”
Native American Arts Center
7:00 pm

Rose Ann Hamilton (Cahuilla) Former Native Arts Summer Workshop Attendee and Current Faculty, Cahuilla Basketry Instructor.

Walter Parks Native American Arts Summer Workshop Attendee and supporter since the 1950s.

Lorene Sisquoc (Cahuilla/Apache) Former Native Arts Summer Faculty, Lorene Sisquoc will speak about the tremendous role Idyllwild arts played in the resurgence of Cahuilla Basketry making in the 1970s.

Click Here to learn more.

Sundays
Farmer’s Market
Town Hall
25925 Cedar Street
9am – 2pm

Wednesday, January 28th
Storytime “Penguins” 
Idyllwild Library
11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Time for “waddle” of tales about the “ice-cool” birds!

Wednesday January 28th
Faces & Places Reading Group
“Panama Canal”
Idyllwild Library
2:00 pm

Read or watch anything on the Panama Canal and come talk about it with us.

Wednesday January 28th
Kimchi Class

Class on Wednesday January 28th
Mile High Cafe
26600 Hwy. 243
3:30 pm
Call to register: 951-468-4663

Idyllwild Arts Opportunity
Anniversary Showcase
Contact Melody
951-492-6021

New 2026 Town Hall
Programs Schedule
FREE Classes in BLUE!

Coming Soon
Thursday/Saturday/Sunday
February 12, 14,15
Live Theatre
“IDY LOVERS”

Body & Soul

Click Here for a list of Yoga, Pilates, Aerobics, Meditation & Hypnosis in Idyllwild.

Idyllwild Climbers Alliance

The Idyllwild Climbers Alliance is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization based in Idyllwild, whose mission is to serve as an advocacy and stewardship resource for climbing in  the San Jacinto Mountains (especially Tahquitz & Suicide Rocks). We welcome anyone who has an interest in climbing in these areas, and wishes to give back to these fantastic, historic places. Our new website (www.idyllwildclimbers.org) contains a wealth of good information about climbing in this area, including:

*Climbing area information
*History of climbing at Tahquitz & Suicide Rocks
*Conditions reports and upcoming events
*How to become involved as volunteer ‘Allies’ or donations
*Trip planning and resources

The ICA is the premier source for climbing information in the San Jacinto Mountains- more information at:www.idyllwildclimbers.org
info@idyllwildclimbers.org

Delivery in Idyllwild

Bear Necessities Delivered
Groceries/Restaurant Food/Mail/Pharmacy/Etc.
Call or Text: (951) 512-0800
Available 7 Days a Week
Everyday: 11 am – 8 pm
Deliver to Idyllwild, Pine Cove & Mountain Center.

The New Bathrooms are OPEN!
Next door to the Idyllwild Gardens Nursery – Across the street from the Rustic Theatre.
Open Daily 9am – 5pm

Thank you to Shane & Ashley Stewart for donating the land for these bathrooms and to Stephanie Yost with ICC for her persistence with the County of Riverside to FINALLY get us public bathrooms. Thank you to the County of Riverside and Supervisor Manuel Perez for making this happen. It’s been a LONG time coming! Bathrooms will be locked at night.

Hotel Information
Upcoming Weekends
www.IdyLodging.com

All events, venues & programs run by
Idyllwild Community Center

Idyllwild TOWN HALL
25925 Cedar St

Chair Exercise Class
FREE
Town Hall

Monday 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Wednesday 11:30 am – 12:30pm
Friday 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Friday
Yoga for Seniors
Town Hall
10:45 am – 11:45 am

Fit after 50
Free Exercise Class
Town Hall
Tuesday 10:00am – 11:00am
Wednesday 10:00am – 11:00am
Thursday 10:00am – 11:00am

Mondays
Tai Chi Class
Free!
Town Hall
10:30 am – 11:30 am

Every Other Thursday
Starts Jan. 22
Town Hall
25925 Cedar Street
5:30 – 6:30

FEEDING AMERICA
First Tuesday of each month.

The Visitor Center is now open between the public bathrooms and Idyllwild Gardens on Saturdays & Sundays from 11am – 4 pm.

If you would like to volunteer to talk to visitors, help them find their way and point them in the direction of “A Good Time” please contact me at hello@GoodMorningIdyllwild.com.