Mountain weather
Yorkshire Dales Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High confidence for the general themes and the change to fresher conditions by Tuesday, but some uncertainty cloud detail and extent of brighter spells on Monday afternoon.
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
Fog and low cloud lifting in the morning. Gradually turning brighter in the afternoon.
| 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) |
60% | 50% | 40% | 40% | 20% | 10% |
Wind direction and speed (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
NE
5
|
W
3
|
W
7
|
W
9
|
W
11
|
W
6
|
| 300m |
E
3
|
SW
2
|
W
5
|
W
9
|
W
10
|
NW
4
|
| Valley |
E
2
|
SW
2
|
W
5
|
W
8
|
W
8
|
NW
2
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m | 6 | 5 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 10 |
| 300m | 5 | 4 | 9 | 14 | 16 | 10 |
| Valley | 3 | 4 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 7 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
4°
|
6°
|
9°
|
10°
|
9°
|
6°
|
| 300m |
7°
|
9°
|
12°
|
13°
|
11°
|
6°
|
| Valley |
8°
|
10°
|
13°
|
14°
|
13°
|
7°
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| Freezing Level |
1,600m
|
1,600m
|
1,600m
|
1,600m
|
1,600m
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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°
|
5°
|
7°
|
7°
|
6°
|
5°
|
| 300m |
6°
|
9°
|
11°
|
11°
|
9°
|
5°
|
| Valley |
8°
|
10°
|
12°
|
12°
|
11°
|
7°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Layered warm clothing, with waterproofs likely to be needed in morning dampness, or any afternoon showers.
Weather
Low cloud and fog with some occasional light drizzle at first. The low cloud and of will gradually lift and thin during the morning. Brighter spells developing during the afternoon with the chance of a few light showers, these dying away into the evening. Fog and low cloud may reform during the early hours. Feeling cold in the northeasterly wind.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
10% rising to 90%.
Low cloud and visibility
Broken cloud down to 100-200 metres initially, this gradually lifting with breaks developing later. Visibility moderate to poor in morning drizzle and very poor within cloud, becoming generally good by the afternoon.
Recent rainfall
Location: Malham
Altitude: 375m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 4.3mm | 14.5mm | 15.1mm |
Measurement date:
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Mountain weather information
Weather
Any patchy low cloud and fog soon lifting to give a day of patchy medium level cloud and sunny spells. Most areas likely remaining dry through the morning, but occasional showers likely to cross the park during the afternoon.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
30% first thing, quickly becoming 90% through the morning.
Maximum wind speed expected
Northerly 10mph with gusts of 15-20mph.
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 4 Celsius rising to Plus 9 Celsius.
- Valley Plus 4 Celsius rising to 13 Celsius.
- Freezing level Above all summits.
Low cloud and visibility
Perhaps a few patches around 500m first thing, otherwise cloud above summits. Visibility generally good or very good.
Mountain weather information
Wed 6 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Variable cloud with bright or sunny spells and perhaps a few light showers. Winds light to moderate northeasterly. Generally becoming cooler but freezing levels above all summits.
Thu 7 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Variable cloud with bright or sunny spells and the chance of a few light showers. Winds light to moderate southerly.
Fri 8 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Variable cloud with bright or sunny spells and perhaps an increased chance of scattered showers. Winds light to moderate southerly.
Updated at:
Summit specific forecast
Mountain summit forecast map
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Key
Mountain summits
Other points of interest
Cluster of multiple stations
The Yorkshire Dales National Park covers an area of 683 square miles and is a collection of rivers, valleys and hills.