Mountain weather
South Grampian and Southeast Highlands Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
Confidence is high for settled conditions throughout this period, lower for western extent of overnight low cloud in east.
This evening forecast
A dry and sunny evening with light summit winds. Cloud will build from the east from late evening
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
Early cloud clears to a sunny and warm day with light summit winds.
| 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) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1100m |
SW
6
|
SW
5
|
N
4
|
E
5
|
E
6
|
SE
6
|
S
5
|
S
4
|
| 900m |
SW
6
|
SW
4
|
N
4
|
E
4
|
E
6
|
SE
6
|
S
5
|
S
4
|
| 600m |
W
3
|
W
4
|
NW
1
|
E
3
|
E
5
|
SE
5
|
SE
6
|
E
2
|
| 300m |
S
1
|
NW
3
|
SW
1
|
SE
4
|
E
5
|
E
6
|
E
7
|
E
4
|
| Glen |
N
2
|
W
2
|
W
1
|
E
4
|
E
5
|
E
5
|
E
8
|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1100m | 8 | 7 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 6 |
| 900m | 8 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 5 |
| 600m | 6 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 4 |
| 300m | 3 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 8 | 11 | 13 | 7 |
| Glen | 3 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 14 | 9 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1100m |
11°
|
12°
|
12°
|
13°
|
15°
|
16°
|
16°
|
14°
|
| 900m |
12°
|
12°
|
12°
|
14°
|
16°
|
18°
|
18°
|
15°
|
| 600m |
12°
|
12°
|
13°
|
16°
|
19°
|
21°
|
20°
|
15°
|
| 300m |
12°
|
12°
|
13°
|
17°
|
21°
|
23°
|
20°
|
14°
|
| Glen |
11°
|
11°
|
12°
|
16°
|
21°
|
22°
|
20°
|
14°
|
| Freezing Level |
3,600m
|
3,600m
|
3,500m
|
3,500m
|
3,500m
|
3,500m
|
3,500m
|
3,500m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1100m |
10°
|
11°
|
12°
|
12°
|
14°
|
15°
|
15°
|
14°
|
| 900m |
11°
|
11°
|
12°
|
14°
|
16°
|
18°
|
17°
|
14°
|
| 600m |
12°
|
12°
|
13°
|
16°
|
19°
|
21°
|
19°
|
16°
|
| 300m |
12°
|
11°
|
13°
|
17°
|
21°
|
22°
|
20°
|
14°
|
| Glen |
11°
|
11°
|
13°
|
16°
|
21°
|
22°
|
19°
|
13°
|
Additional weather information
Met Office Aberdeen meteorologist's view
With the day staying mostly cloud free precautions need to be taken to avoid the strong sunlight.
Weather
Early low cloud will clear in the early morning leaving a sunny day with light summit winds.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
95%
Low cloud and visibility
The visibility will be good with cloud free summits after early cloud above 500m clears in the morning.
Mountain weather information
Weather
A cloudy start to the morning but the cloud will clear during the morning to leave a sunny and dry afternoon.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
30% in morning low cloud otherwise 90%
Maximum wind speed expected
Changeable 5-10mph.
Temperature
- At 800m Plus 16 Celsius
- Glen Plus 10 Celsius rising to Plus 23 Celsius
- Freezing level Above the summits
Low cloud and visibility
The visibility will be good away from cloud. Cloud will be extensive above 500m in the early morning clearing to patchy by the afternoon.
Mountain weather information
Tue 19 Aug
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Bright spells west otherwise cloudy with patchy drizzle. Moderate northeast summit wind with freezing level above the summits.
Wed 20 Aug
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Cloudy with drizzle in the north, bright spells south. Moderate northeast summit wind with freezing level above the summits
Thu 21 Aug
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Patchy drizzle in the north at first otherwise cloudy with bright spells. Light northerly summit wind with freezing level above the summits
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Summit specific forecast
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Other points of interest
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