Snow fell at higher elevations of Big Sur on Feb. 26, 2017. While many parts of Northern California were enjoying warmer temperatures and sunny skies Sunday, some Big Sur residents woke up to a fresh layer of snow. The National Weather Service first noticed signs of snow on satellite images Sunday morning.Click to see full answer. Moreover, does Big Sur have snow? Big Sur (zip 93920) averages 3 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.Also, what is there to do in Big Sur in the winter? The area has no shortage of scenic hikes. Andrew Molera State Park. offers an 8.8-mile loop that boasts gorgeous coastal views from the bluffs and access to remote beaches. Hop over to Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and hike the three-mile Buzzard’s Roost trail. Keeping this in view, what is the best time to go to Big Sur? The most popular time to visit Big Sur is between April to October, when the weather is nicest. (Though one should be warned that the marine layer coats much of the coast in the mornings during parts of the high season.) Businesses are not open as long during the off-peak season.Can you swim in the Big Sur? Swimming in Big Sur Though Big Sur has a lot of ocean and many beaches, some of which have sand surfaces, safe ocean swimming locations and times are rare. The Big Sur coast has strong tides and currents, heavy waves, and cold water. Many have drowned while in the water or while climbing on shoreline rocks.