Bannau Brycheiniog / Brecon Beacons Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for settled conditions initially. Low for details toward the weekend.
Mountain weather hazards
Hazards apply at or above 300m, reflecting the more severe conditions which can occur at altitude.
Strong Sunlight
Gales
Severe Chill Effect
Mountain weather forecast
Lots of sunshine but windy.
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Weather (at 600m) |
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|
|
|
|
|
Chance of precipitation (at 600m) |
<05% | <05% | <05% | <05% | <05% | <05% |
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
NE
21
|
NE
24
|
E
27
|
E
26
|
E
23
|
E
25
|
| 300m |
NE
10
|
NE
14
|
E
17
|
E
17
|
E
14
|
E
13
|
| Valley |
E
7
|
NE
14
|
E
15
|
E
15
|
E
12
|
E
12
|
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m | 26 | 31 | 36 | 36 | 33 | 37 |
| 300m | 23 | 27 | 32 | 32 | 28 | 30 |
| Valley | 21 | 27 | 31 | 30 | 28 | 30 |
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
2°
|
7°
|
11°
|
13°
|
12°
|
8°
|
| 300m |
4°
|
10°
|
15°
|
16°
|
14°
|
10°
|
| Valley |
5°
|
11°
|
16°
|
17°
|
15°
|
11°
|
| Freezing Level |
1,400m
|
1,500m
|
1,500m
|
1,600m
|
1,400m
|
1,600m
|
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
-4°
|
2°
|
7°
|
8°
|
7°
|
4°
|
| 300m |
1°
|
7°
|
11°
|
12°
|
11°
|
7°
|
| Valley |
3°
|
8°
|
12°
|
13°
|
12°
|
8°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Given the time of year, sunshine will become quite strong, so sun protection is advised. There will be a cold wind on the hill tops, especially later, so layers advised. Winds may be 5-10mph stronger than suggested in the table over summits.
Weather
Dry with mostly clear or sunny weather. Some high cloud possible during the evening. Fresh to strong easterly winds, with gales possible at times on the summits, especially later. Feeling warm in sheltered spots but much cooler in brisk winds.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
90%
Low cloud and visibility
Clear skies with good or very good visibility.
Recent rainfall
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 0mm | 0mm | 0mm |
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Mountain weather information
Weather
A fine day with lots of sunshine. Some high cloud may create hazier spells of sunshine at times, mostly in western areas of the park. Winds lighter than Wednesday but still rather brisk, though gradually easing into the evening. It's set to be a warm day, and UV levels will be moderate to high, though brisk winds will make it feel a lot cooler across summits. Otherwise another warm day.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
90%
Maximum wind speed expected
Easterly, 40 mph.
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 3 Celsius rising to Plus 16 Celsius.
- Valley Plus 2 Celsius rising to Plus 19 Celsius.
- Freezing level Above summits.
Low cloud and visibility
A chance of some shallow mist and fog in sheltered valleys around dawn, temporarily reducing visibility. Otherwise excellent visibility across scenic viewpoints.
Mountain weather information
Fri 1 May
A very warm day with lots of sunshine. Turning cloudier later with a risk of showers. Winds much lighter than recently, making it feel warmer. Light to moderate southerlies. Freezing levels above summits.
Sat 2 May
Remaining rather cloudy with some mostly light showers. Breezy on the summits but light south to southwesterly winds elsewhere. Freezing levels above summits.
Sun 3 May
An unsettled day with cloudy skies and spells of rain possible. Light to moderate winds. Freezing levels above summits.
Summit specific forecast
Mountain summit forecast map
The Bannau Brycheiniog / Brecon Beacons is a mountain range in South Wales comprising six main peaks, with the highest peak, Pen y Fan, standing at 886 metres.