Mountain weather
Peak District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for dry and fine through Friday and Saturday and a change to more unsettled conditions thereafter, but lower for amount of cloud above the summits next couple of days and timing of arrival of rain later Sunday.
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 with sunny spells. Mainly 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% | 00% | 00% | 00% | 00% | 00% |
Wind direction and speed (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
SE
6
|
SE
4
|
S
4
|
W
3
|
SE
7
|
SE
8
|
| 300m |
S
2
|
SW
2
|
S
4
|
SW
3
|
SE
5
|
SE
5
|
| Valley |
SE
3
|
S
2
|
SW
3
|
W
3
|
S
3
|
SE
4
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m | 7 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 9 | 10 |
| 300m | 5 | 3 | 6 | 4 | 9 | 10 |
| Valley | 6 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 8 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
7°
|
7°
|
8°
|
9°
|
8°
|
7°
|
| 300m |
6°
|
7°
|
10°
|
12°
|
11°
|
9°
|
| Valley |
5°
|
9°
|
12°
|
13°
|
12°
|
9°
|
| Freezing Level |
1,700m
|
1,800m
|
1,700m
|
1,700m
|
1,800m
|
1,700m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
5°
|
6°
|
7°
|
8°
|
7°
|
5°
|
| 300m |
6°
|
7°
|
10°
|
12°
|
10°
|
8°
|
| Valley |
4°
|
8°
|
11°
|
13°
|
12°
|
8°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Low level temperatures rising to around 15 or 16 Celsius by day.
Weather
Dry with clear or sunny spells, the sunshine may be rather hazy at times. Overnight low level mist and fog patches, especially in east, soon clearing.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
Close to 100%
Low cloud and visibility
Little or no cloud expected below summit level. Visibility locally a few hundred metres or less in any early low level mist and fog, otherwise very good or excellent with good panoramic views of surrounding hills.
Recent rainfall
Location: Cat & Fiddle (Midway between Buxton and Macclesfield)
Altitude: 511m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 0.2mm | 0.3mm | 0.4mm |
Measurement date:
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Mountain weather information
Weather
Another fine, dry day with long clear or sunny spells, once again risk of early low level mist or fog patches, especially in east, and the sunshine may be rather hazy at times.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
Close to 100%
Maximum wind speed expected
Variable less than 10mph.
Temperature
- At 600m Around plus 5 Celsius, rising to plus 10 or 11 Celsius by day
- Valley Around plus 1 or 2 Celsius at dawn rising to plus 15 or 16 Celsius by day
- Freezing level Above the summits
Low cloud and visibility
Little or no cloud expected below summit level. Visibility locally a few hundred metres or less in any early low level mist and fog, otherwise very good or excellent with good panoramic views of surrounding hills.
Mountain weather information
Sun 22 Mar
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Dry bright start but cloud increasing through the day, patchy rain towards midnight. Freshening southwesterly breeze. Freezing level above summits.
Mon 23 Mar
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Cloud and overnight rain clearing then mainly dry with sunny spells. Fresh northwesterly winds easing. Freezing level above summits.
Tue 24 Mar
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Increasing cloud brings outbreaks of rain through the afternoon, most persistent and occasionally heavy in west. Occasionally strong southwesterly winds. Freezing level above summits.
Updated at:
Summit specific forecast
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Key
Mountain summits
Other points of interest
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The Peak District is home to a wide variety of magnificent hills, moors, outcrops and gritstone edges.