Mountain weather
Northwest Highlands Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for dry and settled weather through much of the week but lower extent and timing of showers at the weekend.
This evening forecast
Dry with some patchy cloud but plenty of clear spells. Breezy on the summits and feeling cold with a marked wind chill.
Mountain weather hazards
Hazards apply at or above 300m, reflecting the more severe conditions which can occur at altitude.
Severe Chill Effect
Wind significantly lowers the ‘feels-like’ temperature relative to the actual temperature, with even moderate winds significantly adding to the chilling effect. Strong winds can result in a severe and debilitating wind chill many degrees below the actual temperature. This effect will be enhanced in rain or wet snow. Without protection, prolonged exposure could result in frost nip or frostbite on exposed parts of the body and/or hypothermia.
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 breezy with plenty of sunshine. Cold.
| 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) |
<05% | 00% | <05% | <05% | <05% | <05% | <05% | <05% |
Wind direction and speed (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1000m |
S
6
|
SE
4
|
SE
6
|
SE
8
|
S
7
|
S
6
|
SE
8
|
SE
9
|
| 900m |
S
6
|
SE
4
|
SE
6
|
SE
7
|
S
7
|
S
6
|
SE
8
|
SE
9
|
| 600m |
S
5
|
S
3
|
SE
4
|
SE
5
|
S
6
|
S
5
|
E
5
|
SE
7
|
| 300m |
SW
2
|
SE
1
|
E
2
|
E
3
|
S
2
|
S
2
|
SE
2
|
SE
2
|
| Glen |
NW
2
|
E
3
|
E
3
|
SE
2
|
SW
3
|
SW
3
|
S
1
|
E
3
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1000m | 8 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 9 | 11 | 12 |
| 900m | 8 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 11 | 12 |
| 600m | 7 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 10 |
| 300m | 5 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 |
| Glen | 4 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 5 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1000m |
-2°
|
-2°
|
-2°
|
-2°
|
-1°
|
1°
|
0°
|
-1°
|
| 900m |
-1°
|
-1°
|
-2°
|
-2°
|
0°
|
1°
|
1°
|
-1°
|
| 600m |
1°
|
1°
|
0°
|
1°
|
2°
|
4°
|
3°
|
2°
|
| 300m |
2°
|
1°
|
1°
|
3°
|
6°
|
7°
|
5°
|
3°
|
| Glen |
4°
|
3°
|
3°
|
5°
|
8°
|
9°
|
7°
|
5°
|
| Freezing Level |
700m
|
600m
|
500m
|
400m
|
500m
|
600m
|
700m
|
600m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1000m |
-5°
|
-4°
|
-6°
|
-6°
|
-5°
|
-2°
|
-4°
|
-6°
|
| 900m |
-4°
|
-4°
|
-5°
|
-6°
|
-4°
|
-1°
|
-3°
|
-5°
|
| 600m |
-2°
|
-1°
|
-2°
|
-2°
|
0°
|
2°
|
0°
|
-2°
|
| 300m |
1°
|
0°
|
-1°
|
1°
|
5°
|
6°
|
4°
|
1°
|
| Glen |
3°
|
2°
|
1°
|
4°
|
7°
|
9°
|
6°
|
4°
|
Additional weather information
Met Office Aberdeen meteorologist's view
Despite sunshine still feeling cold on the higher routes.
Weather
It will be a dry and clear day with plenty of sunshine. A little patchy cloud developing through the evening but still plenty of clear spells. Feeling mild in the glens but cold on higher routes and summits.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
>90%.
Low cloud and visibility
Very good visibility and low cloud not expected.
Mountain weather information
Weather
Another dry and sunny day with winds easing. Feeling mild in the glens but still cold on the highest routes.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
>90%
Maximum wind speed expected
15-20mph.
Temperature
- At 800m Minus 3 rising to plus 3 Celsius.
- Glen Plus 4 rising to plus 10 Celsius.
- Freezing level 400-600m.
Low cloud and visibility
Very good visibility and low cloud not expected.
Mountain weather information
Thu 20 Mar
Sunrise:
Sunset:
A dry day with high cloud above summits and bright spells breaking through. Freezing level 600m rising to 1500m.
Fri 21 Mar
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Dry with bright spells and longer spells of sunshine developing through the day. Freezing level above summits.
Sat 22 Mar
Sunrise:
Sunset:
A cloudy day with showers through the afternoon. Freezing level above summits.
Updated at:
Summit specific forecast
Mountain summit forecast map
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Key
Mountain summits
Other points of interest
Cluster of multiple stations
Separated from the Grampians by the Great Glen the weather forecast area includes Wester Ross, Assynt, Sutherland, Knoydart, Torridon, Glen Affric and the Cuillin Hills on the Isle of Skye.
For snow and avalanche hazard forecasts please visit Scottish Avalanche Information Service