Mountain weather
Peak District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for relatively settled, save for a weakening front crossing the area late Sunday, but lowering for the cloud detail.
This evening forecast
Dry with clear periods. Light winds. Freezing level above the summits.
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.
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. 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) |
00% | 00% | 00% | 00% | 00% | 00% | 00% | 00% |
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 |
SE
10
|
S
6
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NE
5
|
E
6
|
E
7
|
E
7
|
E
7
|
E
8
|
| 300m |
SE
5
|
E
4
|
NE
4
|
NE
4
|
E
6
|
E
6
|
E
4
|
E
4
|
| Valley |
E
5
|
E
4
|
E
5
|
E
5
|
E
5
|
E
6
|
E
5
|
E
6
|
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 | 13 | 7 | 7 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 11 |
| 300m | 9 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Valley | 10 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 10 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
9°
|
8°
|
6°
|
7°
|
9°
|
10°
|
8°
|
7°
|
| 300m |
10°
|
8°
|
8°
|
9°
|
12°
|
13°
|
10°
|
8°
|
| Valley |
9°
|
7°
|
7°
|
10°
|
13°
|
14°
|
11°
|
9°
|
| Freezing Level |
2,000m
|
2,000m
|
1,600m
|
1,300m
|
1,000m
|
1,200m
|
1,200m
|
1,100m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
7°
|
6°
|
5°
|
6°
|
7°
|
8°
|
6°
|
4°
|
| 300m |
9°
|
7°
|
6°
|
8°
|
11°
|
12°
|
10°
|
7°
|
| Valley |
8°
|
6°
|
5°
|
9°
|
12°
|
13°
|
10°
|
8°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Good conditions, particularly across western areas, but risk sunburn in afternoon sunshine.
Weather
Chance of some low cloud reaching in and around the eastern foothills early in the day. Dry with prolonged clear periods then sunshine, particularly widespread across the west of the Park.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
90%
Low cloud and visibility
Good or very good, becoming very poor within cloud which will infrequently affect the routes, chiefly in the east.
Recent rainfall
Location: Cat & Fiddle (Midway between Buxton and Macclesfield)
Altitude: 511m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1.7mm | 13mm | 20mm |
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
Chance of some low cloud in and around the eastern foothills early in the day. Otherwise dry with prolonged clear then sunny periods. Light winds.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
90% plus
Maximum wind speed expected
Variable 15mph or less
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 4 Celsius at dawn increasing 11 Celsius for the afternoon
- Valley Plus 3 Celsius increasing 14 Celsius for the afternoon
- Freezing level Above summits
Low cloud and visibility
Good or very good
Mountain weather information
Sat 21 Mar
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Dry with plentiful bright and sunny spells. Light winds. Freezing level above summits.
Sun 22 Mar
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Dry and occasionally bright by day. Some patchy rain from evening. Freshening summit winds. Freezing level above summits.
Mon 23 Mar
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Bright spells and a few isolated light showers. Fresh summit winds. Freezing level above summits.
Updated at:
Summit specific forecast
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Key
Mountain summits
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The Peak District is home to a wide variety of magnificent hills, moors, outcrops and gritstone edges.