Mountain weather
Lake District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for the general weather story but lower for extent of rain or showers later Friday and over the weekend.
This evening forecast
A sunny end to the day then skies remaining clear. Fresh southerly winds on the tops.
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.
Mountain weather forecast
Dry and sunny morning then afternoon showers. Breezy on the tops.
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 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% | 20% | 30% | 30% | 10% |
Wind direction and speed (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
SE
23
|
SE
20
|
SE
19
|
SE
20
|
S
15
|
SW
17
|
SW
17
|
SW
16
|
| 600m |
SE
29
|
SE
22
|
S
15
|
S
15
|
S
13
|
SW
14
|
SW
14
|
SW
14
|
| 300m |
S
10
|
S
7
|
S
4
|
S
7
|
S
8
|
S
8
|
S
6
|
S
5
|
| Valley |
E
5
|
E
3
|
E
2
|
SE
4
|
S
6
|
SW
7
|
SW
4
|
SW
4
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m | 31 | 27 | 24 | 25 | 20 | 22 | 21 | 20 |
| 600m | 41 | 33 | 22 | 21 | 17 | 19 | 18 | 19 |
| 300m | 25 | 19 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 |
| Valley | 20 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 10 | 11 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
10°
|
10°
|
11°
|
11°
|
11°
|
10°
|
8°
|
5°
|
| 600m |
10°
|
11°
|
11°
|
13°
|
14°
|
12°
|
9°
|
7°
|
| 300m |
11°
|
11°
|
12°
|
16°
|
17°
|
14°
|
11°
|
9°
|
| Valley |
12°
|
12°
|
13°
|
16°
|
17°
|
14°
|
12°
|
11°
|
| Freezing Level |
2,000m
|
2,100m
|
2,200m
|
2,600m
|
2,700m
|
2,700m
|
2,600m
|
2,300m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
6°
|
6°
|
7°
|
7°
|
8°
|
6°
|
4°
|
1°
|
| 600m |
5°
|
6°
|
8°
|
10°
|
11°
|
9°
|
6°
|
4°
|
| 300m |
9°
|
9°
|
11°
|
14°
|
15°
|
13°
|
10°
|
8°
|
| Valley |
11°
|
11°
|
12°
|
15°
|
16°
|
13°
|
11°
|
10°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
A rather warm day in the valleys but cool in the tops with fresh breeze. A risk of sunburn, even during cloudy periods.
Weather
A dry and clear night then a mostly sunny morning. Cloud will increase in the afternoon with a few showers developing before dying out during the evening.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
100% becoming 70% in afternoon.
Low cloud and visibility
Visibility will be mostly good with cloud above the summits. Patchy cloud developing above 400m in afternoon showers, clearing in evening.
Ground conditions
No recent ground conditions report available.
Mountain weather information
Weather
Some low cloud overnight and to start the morning but slowly brightening up. A few showers developing with perhaps longer spells of rain spreading north in the evening.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
20% at first, becoming 70% during morning.
Maximum wind speed expected
South 5-10mph.
Temperature
- At 800m Plus 5C rising to 11C.
- Valley Plus 10C rising to 16C.
- Freezing level Above summits.
Low cloud and visibility
Areas of fog at first down to low slopes, this slowly lifting during the morning. Otherwise, visibility will be mainly good, reducing to few km at times in showers with patchy cloud down to 400m.
Mountain weather information
Sun 3 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Cloudy with outbreaks of rain in the morning then turning drier and brighter in the afternoon. Light winds.
Mon 4 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
A bright day with sunshine and scattered showers. Feeling cooler with a fresh northwesterly breeze.
Tue 5 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Largely dry and bright with just the odd shower. Light winds.
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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.