Mountain weather
Peak District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for mostly settled conditions through the period, though moderate for shower locations and intensity.
This evening forecast
Cloudy with outbreaks of light rain or showers possible. Cloud bases should remain well above summits.
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.
Thunderstorms
Lightning is a significant mountain hazard which can result in serious injury or death. Mountain terrain often leaves one highly exposed to lightning strikes. Hail may give unpleasant conditions with torrential rain and localised flash flooding also possible, mainly in Summer months.
Mountain weather forecast
Dry, bright start with some sunny intervals. Heavy showers in the afternoon.
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Weather (at 600m) |
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Chance of precipitation (at 600m) |
30% | 30% | 20% | 10% | 20% | 60% | 60% | 30% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
S
6
|
SW
4
|
SW
7
|
W
8
|
NW
7
|
N
9
|
NE
14
|
NE
13
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| 300m |
SW
4
|
S
4
|
SW
4
|
W
6
|
NW
7
|
N
8
|
NE
10
|
NE
8
|
| Valley |
S
2
|
S
3
|
S
2
|
W
4
|
NW
5
|
N
6
|
NE
9
|
NE
5
|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m | 7 | 6 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 19 | 19 |
| 300m | 6 | 6 | 6 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 17 | 13 |
| Valley | 4 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 19 | 14 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
10°
|
9°
|
8°
|
9°
|
12°
|
12°
|
8°
|
7°
|
| 300m |
11°
|
10°
|
9°
|
11°
|
14°
|
14°
|
11°
|
10°
|
| Valley |
11°
|
10°
|
10°
|
12°
|
15°
|
16°
|
12°
|
10°
|
| Freezing Level |
1,800m
|
1,900m
|
1,800m
|
1,900m
|
1,800m
|
1,900m
|
1,800m
|
1,700m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
8°
|
8°
|
6°
|
7°
|
10°
|
10°
|
5°
|
3°
|
| 300m |
11°
|
10°
|
8°
|
10°
|
13°
|
13°
|
9°
|
8°
|
| Valley |
11°
|
10°
|
9°
|
12°
|
14°
|
15°
|
11°
|
9°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Sun protection advised if heading out on the hills in the morning. Waterproofs necessary through the afternoon and evening.
Weather
Partly cloudy through the early hours of the morning, with a chance of light showers. Dry and bright through the morning, with sunny intervals. Sunshine will be strong in any sunny spells toward the middle of the day. Becoming cloudier in the early afternoon, with afternoon heavy showers forming and moving slowly southward. A chance of the odd rumble of thunder. Showers tending to ease quickly into the evening, though the odd isolated light shower may remain. Low cloud increasing from the east around dusk onward.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
95% by day 30% into the evening.
Low cloud and visibility
Fair weather cloud through the morning with high bases well above summits. Cloud bases reducing in association with afternoon showers, though expected to remain comfortably above summits. Low cloud with bases 500-600m increasing from the east in the evening. Visibility generally good or very good through the morning, with clear views of distant hills. Visibility reducing to moderate or poor in any afternoon heavy showers. Poor in low cloud and hill fog in the evening.
Recent rainfall
Location: Cat & Fiddle (Midway between Buxton and Macclesfield)
Altitude: 511m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 0.1mm | 0.1mm | 0.1mm |
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
A cloudy day, with light showers moving southwest. Showers will gradually ease and clear by the afternoon, with sunny spells from early evening as cloud breaks.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
20% becoming 95% by midday.
Maximum wind speed expected
Northeasterly 10mph gusting 20mph.
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 6 Celsius.
- Valley Plus 7 Celsius rising to plus 13 Celsius.
- Freezing level Above summits.
Low cloud and visibility
Extensive cloud with bases down to 300-500m in the morning. Cloud lifting through the morning clearing summits by midday. Visibility poor in cloud and showers initially, becoming good in the afternoon.
Mountain weather information
Wed 29 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
A dry bright and sunny day after any early patchy cloud soon clears. A light breeze. Freezing level above summits.
Thu 30 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Another dry and bright day, once again any early cloud should soon clear. Winds increasing, especially over summits where they may be strong. Freezing level above summits.
Fri 1 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Low confidence but likely starting dry and bright, chance of some showers and cloudier conditions as the day progresses. Winds likely falling light. Freezing level above summits.
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