Mountain weather
Peak District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for the return of unsettled conditions over the next few days, but lower for rain and cloud detail.
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
Mostly dry but turning cloudier late with some patchy evening rain. Winds gradually increasing.
| 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% | 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
9
|
W
9
|
SW
11
|
S
15
|
S
18
|
SE
23
|
| 300m |
SW
8
|
W
6
|
SW
10
|
S
13
|
S
13
|
SE
17
|
| Valley |
SW
1
|
SW
4
|
SW
8
|
S
10
|
S
9
|
SE
10
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m | 13 | 12 | 15 | 21 | 24 | 34 |
| 300m | 11 | 9 | 13 | 19 | 20 | 28 |
| Valley | 8 | 7 | 13 | 19 | 20 | 26 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
0°
|
1°
|
4°
|
5°
|
5°
|
4°
|
| 300m |
3°
|
4°
|
6°
|
8°
|
8°
|
7°
|
| Valley |
2°
|
5°
|
8°
|
9°
|
9°
|
7°
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| Freezing Level |
500m
|
500m
|
600m
|
800m
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900m
|
900m
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Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
-4°
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-3°
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-1°
|
0°
|
0°
|
-2°
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| 300m |
-1°
|
1°
|
3°
|
4°
|
5°
|
2°
|
| Valley |
1°
|
4°
|
6°
|
7°
|
6°
|
4°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Nothing to add.
Weather
A chilly start. Dry with some hazy sunny spells during the morning but cloud thickening later, with some patchy light rain possible into the evening. Initially light winds becoming strong later.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
90%
Low cloud and visibility
Cloud generally above the hilltops, with mostly good or very good visibility expected, although distant hills may become slightly hazy later, especially in any patchy light rain.
Recent rainfall
Location: Cat & Fiddle (Midway between Buxton and Macclesfield)
Altitude: 511m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 7.1mm | 7.1mm | 7.1mm |
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 band of cloud and rain moves east across the park overnight to give a wet start to Saturday morning. However, cloud should soon begin to lift and break as brighter conditions with occasional showers follow from the west. The showers briefly turning wintry across the highest summits.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
40% at first, becoming 90%.
Maximum wind speed expected
Southwest 20mph gust 30-35mph.
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 3 to 6 degrees Celsius.
- Valley Plus 6 to 11 degrees Celsius.
- Freezing level Just above summits.
Low cloud and visibility
Cloud bases around 500-600m at first, should soon lift and break in the morning. Bases may briefly lower to summit level in any heavier showers that follow through the day. Visibility generally very good out of precipitation, but occasionally moderate in early rain and briefly in showers.
Mountain weather information
Sun 12 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Sunshine and blustery showers, perhaps thundery. Strong southwesterly winds. Freezing level above summits.
Mon 13 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Sunny spells and scattered showers. Light to moderate, mainly southerly winds. Freezing level above summits.
Tue 14 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Probably mostly dry with bright spells for much of the day, but a chance of thicker cloud and outbreaks of rain moving east later. Winds mostly light to moderate east or southeast.
Updated at:
Summit specific forecast
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