Mountain weather
Lake District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for most aspects but medium for cloud on Wednesday and early Thursday
Mountain weather hazards
Hazards apply at or above 300m, reflecting the more severe conditions which can occur at altitude.
Strong Sunlight
Harmful UV levels from sunlight increase with altitude giving a greater risk of sunburn and eye damage, even on some overcast days. On breezy days, the cooling effect of wind on exposed skin may disguise any feeling of sunburn until it is too late. If there is snow cover, glare increases the effect of UV rays especially on the eyes. It is advisable to wear sun block, protective clothing such as a long-sleeved top and hat and have good quality eye protection.
Poor Visibility
Poor visibility presents challenging route finding conditions. Visibility could be significantly less than 50 metres in all directions with few or no visual references, especially on featureless moors or plateaux. Distances become hard to judge and cliff or cornice edges can be difficult to recognise. These conditions require good navigational skills. There is a risk of white-out conditions when mist or fog is combined with extensive snow cover.
Mountain weather forecast
Dry with long spells of sunshine. Turning cloudier after dark.
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Weather (at 800m) |
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Chance of precipitation (at 800m) |
00% | 00% | 00% | 00% | 00% | <05% |
Wind direction and speed (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
NW
17
|
W
10
|
W
11
|
W
12
|
W
14
|
SW
15
|
| 600m |
NW
12
|
NW
8
|
W
12
|
W
13
|
W
12
|
SW
11
|
| 300m |
NW
7
|
NW
5
|
W
9
|
W
9
|
W
6
|
W
3
|
| Valley |
NW
3
|
W
6
|
W
10
|
W
10
|
W
7
|
W
4
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m | 20 | 12 | 15 | 16 | 18 | 18 |
| 600m | 15 | 10 | 15 | 17 | 16 | 14 |
| 300m | 16 | 10 | 14 | 15 | 13 | 11 |
| Valley | 11 | 10 | 15 | 16 | 13 | 10 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
6°
|
8°
|
9°
|
10°
|
9°
|
10°
|
| 600m |
7°
|
10°
|
12°
|
12°
|
12°
|
11°
|
| 300m |
10°
|
13°
|
15°
|
16°
|
14°
|
13°
|
| Valley |
12°
|
14°
|
16°
|
17°
|
16°
|
15°
|
| Freezing Level |
1,800m
|
1,800m
|
1,800m
|
1,700m
|
2,900m
|
3,000m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
2°
|
5°
|
7°
|
7°
|
6°
|
7°
|
| 600m |
4°
|
8°
|
10°
|
10°
|
9°
|
9°
|
| 300m |
8°
|
13°
|
13°
|
14°
|
14°
|
13°
|
| Valley |
12°
|
14°
|
14°
|
15°
|
15°
|
15°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Nothing additional
Weather
A mainly clear start but a few patches of cloud clinging to some peaks, these burning off quickly in the morning. The day then dry with long sunny periods, cloud free until early afternoon then just a bit of high cloud drifting in. More general cloud edging in from the west after dark.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
70% early hours quickly rising more than 95% in the morning.
Low cloud and visibility
A few patches of cloud above 750m at first then no low cloud and very good visibility. Cloud after dark perhaps lowering to 400-600m by midnight.
Ground conditions
No recent ground conditions report available.
Mountain weather information
Weather
More cloud at times but with some clearer periods and some sunshine. Some overnight drizzle possible but the day looks dry.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
50%
Maximum wind speed expected
West or northwest 15 gusts 25mph.
Temperature
- At 800m Plus 10 rising to Plus 13 Celsius
- Valley Plus 13 rising to Plus 20 Celsius
- Freezing level Above summits
Low cloud and visibility
Occasional cloud at 400-700m with mainly good visibility away from cloud.
Mountain weather information
Thu 10 Jul
Sunrise:
Sunset:
A cloudy start with some hill fog and patchy drizzle then becoming dry and sunny. Moderate west to southwesterly breeze.
Fri 11 Jul
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Dry with unbroken sunshine and a mostly light breeze. Very warm, hot at low levels.
Sat 12 Jul
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Dry with unbroken sunshine and a mostly light breeze. Very warm, hot at low levels.
Updated at:
Summit specific forecast
Mountain summit forecast map
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Key
Mountain summits
Other points of interest
Cluster of multiple stations
The Lake District covers an area of 885 square miles with its highest point, Scafell Pike, standing at 978 metres.