Mountain weather
Peak District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for prevailing settled theme, lower for extent and persistence of any lower cloud.
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.
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.
Poor Visibility
Poor visibility presents challenging route finding conditions. Visibility could be significantly less than 50 metres in all directions with few or no visual references, especially on featureless moors or plateaux. Distances become hard to judge and cliff or cornice edges can be difficult to recognise. These conditions require good navigational skills. There is a risk of white-out conditions when mist or fog is combined with extensive snow cover.
Mountain weather forecast
Dry with plenty of sunshine into Wednesday.
| 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) |
<05% | 00% | 00% | 00% | <05% | <05% |
Wind direction and speed (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
E
25
|
E
25
|
E
25
|
E
24
|
E
22
|
E
22
|
| 300m |
NE
14
|
E
16
|
E
19
|
E
19
|
E
15
|
NE
13
|
| Valley |
E
10
|
E
13
|
E
16
|
E
16
|
E
13
|
E
14
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m | 33 | 32 | 34 | 33 | 31 | 32 |
| 300m | 19 | 23 | 27 | 28 | 23 | 21 |
| Valley | 26 | 26 | 29 | 30 | 26 | 30 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
2°
|
5°
|
8°
|
9°
|
7°
|
4°
|
| 300m |
4°
|
8°
|
11°
|
12°
|
10°
|
6°
|
| Valley |
5°
|
9°
|
13°
|
13°
|
11°
|
7°
|
| Freezing Level |
700m
|
900m
|
1,100m
|
1,100m
|
1,100m
|
800m
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Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
-5°
|
-1°
|
3°
|
4°
|
2°
|
-2°
|
| 300m |
0°
|
4°
|
7°
|
8°
|
7°
|
2°
|
| Valley |
2°
|
6°
|
10°
|
10°
|
8°
|
3°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Note the strength of the fresh easterly wind, with this having an appreciable effect on the feel of otherwise unremarkable temperatures despite the sunshine and moderate UV levels.
Weather
A fine, dry day with any early low cloud soon dispersing. The sunshine perhaps turning hazy later in the day, with winds remaining fresh, maintaining the cooler feel. The UV index will again be Moderate.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
Quickly becoming 100% through the morning.
Low cloud and visibility
Patchy low cloud, generally between 200-600m, affecting particularly eastern facing hills first thing, quickly dispersing into the morning. Good or Very good visibility outside of any early cloud.
Recent rainfall
Location: Cat & Fiddle (Midway between Buxton and Macclesfield)
Altitude: 511m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 0mm | 0.1mm | 0.2mm |
Measurement date:
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Mountain weather information
Weather
Areas of low cloud once again likely overnight and into Thursday morning, but these clearing quickly to give another fine and dry day with widespread sunshine and fresh easterly winds.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
60%, becoming 95% by day.
Maximum wind speed expected
Easterly 15-20mph gusting 25-30mph.
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 2 becoming plus 10 degrees Celsius.
- Valley Plus 2 becoming plus 15 degrees Celsius.
- Freezing level Above the peaks.
Low cloud and visibility
Patchy low cloud once again affecting particularly eastern facing hills overnight, soon dispersing into the morning. Good or Very good visibility outside of any early cloud.
Mountain weather information
Fri 24 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Fine with sunshine after another chilly start with a little low cloud for a time. The freezing level will be above the peaks throughout this three-day outlook period. Lighter easterly winds
Sat 25 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Fine after a chilly and just perhaps cloudy start, with hazy sunshine into the day. Light easterly winds giving a warmer feel.
Sun 26 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Another generally fine day is expected, although perhaps a little cloudier than of late overall. Light east or south-easterly winds.
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Summit specific forecast
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