Mountain weather
Peak District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for overall settled conditions continuing. Lower for low cloud and fog details.
This evening forecast
Dry with some pleasant late evening sunny spells. Low cloud may return to eastern areas after dusk.
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 and settled with long sunny spells and light winds.
| 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) |
10% | 10% | 10% | <05% | <05% | <05% | <05% | <05% |
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 |
E
9
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SE
5
|
SE
4
|
SW
3
|
SW
3
|
SE
5
|
SE
6
|
S
6
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| 300m |
E
7
|
SE
4
|
SE
3
|
N
3
|
SE
4
|
S
4
|
SE
5
|
SE
2
|
| Valley |
E
7
|
E
2
|
NE
2
|
S
1
|
SW
3
|
SW
3
|
S
5
|
SE
4
|
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 | 12 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 8 | 9 | 7 |
| 300m | 12 | 8 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 9 | 4 |
| Valley | 11 | 8 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 10 | 7 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
7°
|
7°
|
7°
|
8°
|
11°
|
13°
|
12°
|
9°
|
| 300m |
7°
|
6°
|
4°
|
8°
|
14°
|
16°
|
14°
|
11°
|
| Valley |
6°
|
2°
|
3°
|
9°
|
15°
|
17°
|
15°
|
10°
|
| Freezing Level |
1,300m
|
1,200m
|
1,200m
|
1,100m
|
1,200m
|
1,400m
|
1,400m
|
1,300m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
5°
|
5°
|
6°
|
7°
|
11°
|
12°
|
11°
|
8°
|
| 300m |
5°
|
4°
|
4°
|
8°
|
13°
|
15°
|
14°
|
10°
|
| Valley |
4°
|
0°
|
2°
|
9°
|
14°
|
16°
|
14°
|
9°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Cool to start the day but feeling warm in the afternoon with light winds and long sunny spells. Strong sunshine and high UV levels, especially at height, with sun protection recommended.
Weather
Partly cloudy through the early hours, especially across eastern hills, with a risk of some patchy hill fog. Any early morning cloud and fog should soon clear, leading to bright, sunny spells for the remainder of the day. Feeling warm in the sunshine.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
50% becoming 100%
Low cloud and visibility
Patchy cloud bases down to 400m, mainly in the east, during the early morning, then lifting and clearing by mid-morning. Visibility poor in any low cloud initially, then good or very good for the remainder of the day, with clear views of distant hills.
Recent rainfall
Location: Cat & Fiddle (Midway between Buxton and Macclesfield)
Altitude: 511m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 0mm | 0mm | 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
Another fine day after a chilly start, with long sunny spells and light winds. Becoming breezy overnight.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
95%
Maximum wind speed expected
Light and variable by day, easterly 15mph gusting 25mph overnight.
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 10 Celsius becoming plus 15 Celsius.
- Valley Plus 5 Celsius becoming plus 20 Celsius.
- Freezing level Above summits.
Low cloud and visibility
Clear skies, visibility good or very good.
Mountain weather information
Sun 26 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Another generally fine day is expected, although perhaps a little cloudier than of late overall. Light east or southeasterly winds. Freezing level above summits.
Mon 27 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Another similar day with light and variable winds, with partly cloudy skies and sunny intervals, chance of an afternoon light shower. Freezing level above summits.
Tue 28 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Partly cloudy with some bright or sunny spells, but also a chance of some light showers. Light and variable winds. Rather warm, with freezing level above summits.
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