Mountain weather
South Grampian and Southeast Highlands Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
Low on Saturday. Otherwise high.
This evening forecast
Dry at first before cloud and outbreaks of mainly light rain spread north through the evening. Best chance of drier, clearer weather at first towards Aberdeenshire and Angus hills. Summits mainly clear and visibilities good at first, dropping moderate or poor in extensive cloud down to 600-800m. Southwest summit winds 25-35mph.
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 with bright or sunny spells.
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Weather (at 800m) |
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Chance of precipitation (at 800m) |
10% | 10% | <05% | <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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1100m |
SW
36
|
SW
39
|
SW
39
|
SW
36
|
SW
31
|
SW
27
|
SW
28
|
SW
26
|
| 900m |
SW
24
|
SW
27
|
SW
27
|
SW
26
|
SW
26
|
SW
22
|
SW
20
|
SW
18
|
| 600m |
SW
8
|
SW
16
|
SW
17
|
SW
19
|
SW
19
|
SW
16
|
SW
12
|
SW
11
|
| 300m |
NE
1
|
W
5
|
SW
7
|
SW
13
|
SW
14
|
SW
12
|
SW
6
|
SW
5
|
| Glen |
W
1
|
SW
7
|
SW
8
|
SW
12
|
SW
13
|
SW
12
|
SW
7
|
SW
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1100m | 43 | 47 | 48 | 45 | 41 | 36 | 37 | 34 |
| 900m | 30 | 35 | 36 | 35 | 36 | 31 | 29 | 26 |
| 600m | 18 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 28 | 24 | 22 |
| 300m | 6 | 17 | 20 | 26 | 29 | 25 | 15 | 13 |
| Glen | 6 | 16 | 17 | 22 | 25 | 23 | 16 | 11 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1100m |
8°
|
8°
|
6°
|
5°
|
6°
|
6°
|
5°
|
4°
|
| 900m |
10°
|
9°
|
8°
|
7°
|
9°
|
9°
|
7°
|
6°
|
| 600m |
11°
|
12°
|
10°
|
10°
|
12°
|
12°
|
10°
|
8°
|
| 300m |
11°
|
12°
|
12°
|
14°
|
15°
|
15°
|
12°
|
10°
|
| Glen |
12°
|
13°
|
13°
|
15°
|
17°
|
16°
|
14°
|
10°
|
| Freezing Level |
2,600m
|
2,500m
|
2,200m
|
1,600m
|
1,500m
|
1,600m
|
1,500m
|
1,500m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1100m |
3°
|
2°
|
0°
|
-2°
|
0°
|
1°
|
-1°
|
-2°
|
| 900m |
6°
|
5°
|
3°
|
2°
|
4°
|
5°
|
3°
|
2°
|
| 600m |
9°
|
9°
|
7°
|
7°
|
8°
|
9°
|
7°
|
6°
|
| 300m |
11°
|
11°
|
11°
|
11°
|
12°
|
12°
|
11°
|
9°
|
| Glen |
12°
|
12°
|
12°
|
13°
|
14°
|
14°
|
12°
|
10°
|
Additional weather information
Met Office Aberdeen meteorologist's view
Windy conditions on the very highest summits will make for fairly arduous walking on exposed terrain with buffeting of clothing. Balance may be affected at times.
Weather
The odd patch of cloud around in the morning, mainly over southern aspects of Perthshire hills. Lifting and breaking to leave a dry and bright or sunny day. Moderate to strong southwest winds.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
80% or higher, best chance in the northeast.
Low cloud and visibility
The odd patch of cloud down to 700-900m in the morning in the south and west. Otherwise clear summits and good visibilities.
Mountain weather information
Weather
A dry morning with bright spells and variable amounts of cloud. Clouding over in the afternoon with outbreaks of mostly light rain, chance of some heavier and more persistent rain later. Precipitation turning wintry over the very highest summits later with a severe wind chill developing.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
70% early morning, falling to 30% or less through the afternoon.
Maximum wind speed expected
West veering northerly winds, increasing to 35-45mph in the evening.
Temperature
- At 800m Plus 4 to plus 7 Celsius.
- Glen Plus 9 to plus 12 Celsius.
- Freezing level Above summits at first, falling to 1000-1200m through the evening.
Low cloud and visibility
Often clear summits at first with only patches of cloud down to 500-700m around western Perthshire hills. Cloud becomes extensive through the afternoon and evening with visibilities falling moderate or poor in rain or hill fog.
Mountain weather information
Sun 21 Sep
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Remaining cold. Bright spells and scattered showers, wintry over the highest summits. Freezing level around 900-1100m. Strong northerly winds.
Mon 22 Sep
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Remaining cold. Mostly dry with bright spells, some scattered showers in the north. Freezing level around 1100m rising to 1500m. Moderate northwest winds.
Tue 23 Sep
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Chilly. Mostly dry with bright spells, some scattered showers in the north. Freezing level around 1500m. Light to moderate northwest winds.
Updated at:
Summit specific forecast
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Key
Mountain summits
Other points of interest
Cluster of multiple stations
Including South and East Cairngorms National Park, Aberdeenshire and Angus Hills, Ben Vrackie, Ben Lawers, Loch Tay and Ochils
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