Mountain weather
Southwest Highlands Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High confidence in overall weather pattern but low confidence in any detail of cloud and outbreaks of rain on Sunday and Monday.
Mountain weather hazards
Hazards apply at or above 300m, reflecting the more severe conditions which can occur at altitude.
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.
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
A dry and sunny day. Cold. Stronger winds later.
| Time | 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% |
Wind direction and speed (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1300m |
NE
9
|
S
7
|
SW
11
|
SW
16
|
S
18
|
S
25
|
| 900m |
N
4
|
SW
5
|
SW
9
|
SW
13
|
S
15
|
S
19
|
| 600m |
E
4
|
SW
5
|
SW
9
|
SW
14
|
S
16
|
S
23
|
| 300m |
SE
4
|
SE
2
|
SW
6
|
SW
10
|
S
7
|
S
10
|
| Glen |
E
1
|
E
1
|
SW
4
|
SW
9
|
SW
4
|
SW
3
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1300m | 11 | 9 | 14 | 21 | 23 | 30 |
| 900m | 7 | 6 | 12 | 17 | 20 | 25 |
| 600m | 5 | 6 | 12 | 19 | 20 | 28 |
| 300m | 5 | 3 | 8 | 15 | 12 | 19 |
| Glen | 1 | 2 | 8 | 16 | 13 | 13 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1300m |
-5°
|
-4°
|
-4°
|
-4°
|
-4°
|
-4°
|
| 900m |
-4°
|
-2°
|
-1°
|
0°
|
-2°
|
-2°
|
| 600m |
0°
|
0°
|
2°
|
2°
|
2°
|
2°
|
| 300m |
2°
|
2°
|
4°
|
5°
|
4°
|
4°
|
| Glen |
0°
|
2°
|
7°
|
7°
|
5°
|
4°
|
| Freezing Level |
300m
|
300m
|
400m
|
600m
|
600m
|
500m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1300m |
-10°
|
-9°
|
-10°
|
-10°
|
-11°
|
-12°
|
| 900m |
-8°
|
-5°
|
-5°
|
-5°
|
-7°
|
-9°
|
| 600m |
-2°
|
-2°
|
-2°
|
-2°
|
-3°
|
-4°
|
| 300m |
1°
|
1°
|
2°
|
2°
|
2°
|
0°
|
| Glen |
-2°
|
1°
|
5°
|
5°
|
4°
|
2°
|
Additional weather information
Met Office Aberdeen meteorologist's view
A fine and sunny day, although still feeling cold so warm clothing needed. Care should be taken on higher routes later as winds strengthen.
Weather
A dry day with largely clear skies and plenty of sunshine. Turning a little cloudier in the evening. Winds becoming strong over highest routes later in the day. Feeling cold.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
100%.
Low cloud and visibility
No low cloud expected and excellent visibility.
Mountain weather information
Weather
A dry day and often cloudy with bright and sunny intervals. Strong southerly winds, which may reach gale force on higher routes. Feeling cold.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
70%.
Maximum wind speed expected
Southerly 30-35mph gusting 40-50mph.
Temperature
- At 800m Minus 1C rising to plus 4C.
- Glen Plus 3C rising to 9C.
- Freezing level 500m rising to 1000-1200m later.
Low cloud and visibility
Occasional low cloud with base 600-800m, but still a good chance for cloud free summits. Visibility very good outside of any cloud, poor in cloud.
Mountain weather information
Sun 8 Mar
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Largely dry and cloudy with some sunny intervals, the odd spot of rain likely later. Strong to gale force southerly winds. Freezing level above summits.
Mon 9 Mar
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Another mostly cloudy day with some rain. Fresh to strong southwesterly winds. Freezing level above summits becoming 600-800m.
Tue 10 Mar
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Cloudy with a band of rain spreading eastwards. Strong to gale force southerly winds. Freezing level 800m rising above summits.
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Summit specific forecast
Mountain summit forecast map
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Key
Mountain summits
Other points of interest
Cluster of multiple stations
Including Ben Nevis, Glen Coe and the rest of Lochaber, Argyll including the Isles, Loch Lomond, Trossachs and Arran
For snow and avalanche hazard forecasts please visit Scottish Avalanche Information Service