Mountain weather
Peak District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for largely dry conditions on Sunday and showers on Monday with a brisk easterly winds developing. Lower for cloud and shower details.
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
Chilly start. Mostly dry with sunny spells and light winds.
| 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) |
00% | <05% | <05% | 10% | 10% | 30% |
Wind direction and speed (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
W
6
|
NW
9
|
NW
9
|
NW
9
|
NW
7
|
N
5
|
| 300m |
W
4
|
NW
8
|
NW
8
|
NW
8
|
NW
8
|
W
4
|
| Valley |
E
1
|
NW
5
|
NW
6
|
NW
7
|
NW
7
|
N
3
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m | 9 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 9 |
| 300m | 6 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 6 |
| Valley | 4 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 9 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
3°
|
4°
|
6°
|
7°
|
6°
|
4°
|
| 300m |
4°
|
6°
|
9°
|
9°
|
9°
|
7°
|
| Valley |
3°
|
8°
|
10°
|
11°
|
10°
|
7°
|
| Freezing Level |
700m
|
800m
|
900m
|
1,000m
|
1,100m
|
1,000m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
0°
|
1°
|
3°
|
4°
|
4°
|
2°
|
| 300m |
3°
|
4°
|
6°
|
7°
|
7°
|
6°
|
| Valley |
2°
|
6°
|
9°
|
9°
|
8°
|
6°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Although cloud will bubble up during the morning, Moderate UV levels are possible in any sunnier spells, so sun protection should be considered. Despite this, warmer layers may be needed as it will still be chilly on the higher slopes.
Weather
A chilly, dry but sunny start to the day. Cloud will bubble up during the morning, but still with some bright or sunny spells. Cloudy through the afternoon, a low risk of isolated light showers, this risk increasing toward dusk.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
95%.
Low cloud and visibility
Cloud will be mostly above the hilltops. Visibility generally very good.
Recent rainfall
Location: Cat & Fiddle (Midway between Buxton and Macclesfield)
Altitude: 511m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 0.1mm | 5.3mm | 7.3mm |
Measurement date:
Rainfall data provided by the Environment Agency. The Met Office is not responsible for content provided by third parties and may remove this data without warning.
Mountain weather information
Weather
Cloud thickening during the morning, with a moderate easterly wind developing. Showers are likely to move westwards across the Park from mid-morning, these perhaps occasionally heavy.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
90% becoming 70% during the evening.
Maximum wind speed expected
Northerly becoming easterly and increasing to 10-15mph, gusting 20-25mph.
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 4 C.
- Valley Minus 1 C becoming Plus 10 C.
- Freezing level 800-900m.
Low cloud and visibility
Cloud above the hilltops for much of the day, except in any heavier showers which could just touch highest summits. Patchy cloud developing during the evening with base 500-600m. Visibility mostly very good, but poor in any heavier showers and very poor in any low cloud covering the hills.
Mountain weather information
Tue 21 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Largely dry with some bright or sunny spells, perhaps some early showers but soon easing. Feeling chilly in fresh to strong easterly winds. Freezing level lowering to 700m.
Wed 22 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Largely dry with some bright or sunny spells. Feeling chilly in fresh to strong easterly winds. Freezing level mostly above hilltops.
Thu 23 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Largely dry with some bright or sunny spells. Moderate to fresh easterly winds. Freezing level above summits.
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Summit specific forecast
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