Mountain weather
Lake District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High confidence in largely settled conditions until later Friday. Likely more unsettled thereafter but low confidence in details.
This evening forecast
The odd patch of cloud above summit height at first, soon clearing. Then there may be some mist or fog patches forming in valleys, or some patches of cloud around lower elevations of eastern Fells. Otherwise clear skies and good visibilities. Easterly winds 15-25mph. Feeling chilly at height.
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. Early mist or fog. Windy later.
| 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% | 00% | 00% | 00% | 00% |
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 |
E
19
|
E
23
|
E
24
|
E
28
|
E
21
|
E
22
|
E
30
|
E
35
|
| 600m |
E
12
|
E
10
|
E
19
|
E
18
|
E
17
|
E
19
|
E
22
|
E
29
|
| 300m |
E
2
|
E
1
|
E
4
|
E
8
|
E
8
|
E
10
|
E
7
|
E
8
|
| Valley |
N
4
|
NE
4
|
NE
8
|
E
4
|
E
8
|
E
9
|
NE
7
|
NE
7
|
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 | 24 | 27 | 32 | 34 | 28 | 29 | 39 | 46 |
| 600m | 17 | 13 | 27 | 24 | 24 | 26 | 31 | 43 |
| 300m | 12 | 8 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 21 | 22 | 28 |
| Valley | 8 | 9 | 11 | 10 | 17 | 18 | 15 | 15 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
4°
|
4°
|
4°
|
4°
|
7°
|
8°
|
6°
|
6°
|
| 600m |
4°
|
4°
|
4°
|
7°
|
10°
|
11°
|
9°
|
6°
|
| 300m |
5°
|
4°
|
6°
|
11°
|
14°
|
15°
|
12°
|
8°
|
| Valley |
8°
|
8°
|
8°
|
12°
|
15°
|
16°
|
14°
|
11°
|
| Freezing Level |
1,200m
|
1,000m
|
1,000m
|
1,100m
|
1,300m
|
1,500m
|
1,400m
|
1,600m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
-1°
|
-2°
|
-2°
|
-2°
|
2°
|
4°
|
1°
|
0°
|
| 600m |
0°
|
1°
|
-1°
|
3°
|
6°
|
8°
|
5°
|
1°
|
| 300m |
4°
|
2°
|
5°
|
9°
|
12°
|
12°
|
10°
|
6°
|
| Valley |
6°
|
7°
|
6°
|
11°
|
13°
|
14°
|
13°
|
10°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Note the strengthening winds later in the day, with gusts of 40-50mph giving difficult walking conditions with a risk of being blown off balance. Navigation could be challenging with energy output significantly increased when walking into the wind. Note the UV level so suitable protection may be needed. Feeling chilly at height outside of sunlight hours.
Weather
Some patches of mist or fog forming in valleys through the early hours, or some patches of low cloud around low elevations of eastern Fells. This all clearing shortly after dawn to leave a dry and sunny day. Strengthening easterly winds through the day. Feeling chilly at height in early hours and late evening.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
90% or higher.
Low cloud and visibility
Some areas of mist or fog forming in valleys overnight, or some patches of cloud forming over low elevations on upslopes of eastern Fells, but the summits likely rising above the cloud layer. Any of this clearing soon after dawn to leave clear summits and good visibilities.
Ground conditions
No recent ground conditions report available.
Mountain weather information
Weather
Once again some patches of mist or fog forming in valleys through the early hours, or some patches of low cloud around low elevations of eastern Fells. This all clearing shortly after dawn to leave a dry and sunny day, though perhaps turning hazy at times with some areas of high cloud. Strong easterly winds at first, easing through the day. Still feeling chilly at height in the early hours and late evening.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
90% or higher.
Maximum wind speed expected
East veering southeast, 35-45mph.
Temperature
- At 800m Plus 3C rising to plus 13C by day.
- Valley Plus 6C rising to plus 20C by day.
- Freezing level Above summits.
Low cloud and visibility
Some areas of mist or fog forming in valleys overnight, or some patches of cloud forming around low elevations on upslopes of eastern Fells, but the summits likely rising above the cloud layer. Any of this clearing soon after dawn to leave clear summits and good visibilities
Mountain weather information
Fri 1 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Dry with sunshine, perhaps turning hazy at times with areas of high cloud. Light southeast winds veering southwest.
Sat 2 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Largely cloudy with some showery outbreaks of rain. Light winds.
Sun 3 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Again mostly cloudy with a few showers. Light winds.
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.