Mountain weather
Peak District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for unsettled weather with rain at times to continue for the next few day, although lower for rainfall details. High for a change to colder weather during Friday.
Mountain weather hazards
Hazards apply at or above 300m, reflecting the more severe conditions which can occur at altitude.
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.
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.
Heavy Persistent Rain
Heavy and persistent rain can lead to drenched clothing and footwear with waterproofs often becoming soaked through, especially if accompanied by strong winds. This can lead to significant loss of body heat and an increased likelihood of hypothermia. Terrain may turn increasingly boggy underfoot while streams can flood and become impassable. There may also be a risk of flooding in valleys or glens. If there is snow cover, a heightened avalanche hazard is possible and avalanche reports should be consulted where available.
Mountain weather forecast
Overcast and wet.
| 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) |
80% | 80% | 80% | 70% | 80% | 70% |
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
16
|
SE
17
|
E
12
|
E
12
|
E
11
|
E
12
|
| 300m |
E
12
|
E
10
|
E
10
|
E
9
|
E
9
|
NE
8
|
| Valley |
E
9
|
E
10
|
E
10
|
E
9
|
E
8
|
E
9
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m | 22 | 25 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 18 |
| 300m | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 12 |
| Valley | 20 | 20 | 17 | 16 | 18 | 17 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
3°
|
3°
|
4°
|
4°
|
4°
|
4°
|
| 300m |
5°
|
5°
|
6°
|
6°
|
6°
|
6°
|
| Valley |
6°
|
6°
|
7°
|
7°
|
6°
|
6°
|
| Freezing Level |
1,400m
|
1,400m
|
1,500m
|
1,500m
|
1,400m
|
1,500m
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Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
-2°
|
-2°
|
0°
|
0°
|
0°
|
0°
|
| 300m |
1°
|
2°
|
2°
|
3°
|
3°
|
3°
|
| Valley |
2°
|
3°
|
4°
|
4°
|
4°
|
4°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
The combination of low cloud and some persistent rain and drizzle will bring a significantly colder feel at height despite the generally mild temperatures and moderate winds. Poor visibility likely at height through the day, care needed with navigation.
Weather
A grey, overcast day with outbreaks of rain on and off throughout. Persistent light rain and drizzle will become increasingly heavy during the early evening.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
Little chance.
Low cloud and visibility
Widely poor in extensive low cloud down to 200 to 500 metres throughout the day.
Recent rainfall
Location: Cat & Fiddle (Midway between Buxton and Macclesfield)
Altitude: 511m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1.3mm | 1.4mm | 21.6mm |
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 cloudy day with spells of rain, this heaviest and most persistent for a time during the morning.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
40%, best chance in the afternoon.
Maximum wind speed expected
Southwesterly average speeds of 25 mph on the summits.
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 6 Celsius
- Valley Plus 4 rising to 8 Celsius
- Freezing level Above the summits
Low cloud and visibility
Widely poor in the morning with extensive cloud down to 200 to 500 metres. Cloud lifting to 500 to 700 metres in the afternoon but still likely to shroud the higher tops especially.
Mountain weather information
Thu 12 Feb
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Remaining unsettled with further showery rain.
Fri 13 Feb
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Cloudy with rain, this likely to fall as sleet and snow on the hills before it clears from the north during the day. Cold, strong northeasterly winds.
Sat 14 Feb
Sunrise:
Sunset:
A ridge of high pressure will bring a cold, dry and bright day with light winds.
Updated at:
Summit specific forecast
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