Mountain weather
Yorkshire Dales Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for cold, largely dry weather initially and again later Lower confidence for details and timing of the brief milder, wetter interlude on Tuesday, and for the extent of any snow showers that follow. Moderate confidence for the mainly dry, but very cold days Wednesday and Thursday.
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.
Mountain weather forecast
Dry and cold, with a brisk breeze. Long sunny spells developing.
| 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) |
<05% | <05% | <05% | <05% | <05% | <05% |
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
13
|
NE
10
|
NE
13
|
N
10
|
N
10
|
N
12
|
| 300m |
NE
6
|
N
5
|
NE
7
|
N
7
|
N
7
|
N
8
|
| Valley |
NE
12
|
NE
2
|
NE
5
|
N
6
|
N
5
|
N
5
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m | 26 | 19 | 17 | 16 | 19 | 22 |
| 300m | 20 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 18 | 21 |
| Valley | 26 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 17 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
2°
|
2°
|
3°
|
3°
|
1°
|
1°
|
| 300m |
2°
|
3°
|
6°
|
5°
|
3°
|
2°
|
| Valley |
4°
|
4°
|
8°
|
7°
|
4°
|
3°
|
| Freezing Level |
700m
|
700m
|
800m
|
800m
|
700m
|
700m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
-3°
|
-2°
|
-2°
|
-1°
|
-3°
|
-4°
|
| 300m |
0°
|
1°
|
4°
|
3°
|
0°
|
-2°
|
| Valley |
0°
|
3°
|
6°
|
5°
|
2°
|
1°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
A good day for warm layers, with sub-zero temperatures on the summits, and feeling colder when exposed to the brisk breeze. However, with the right clothing, conditions will be excellent, with some wide-ranging views to be found.
Weather
A fine and bright, but cold day with long spells of sunshine developing, and any cloud above the summit level. Staying largely clear and cold after dark, with brisk winds.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
Near 100%.
Low cloud and visibility
Any cloud above summit level throughout. Excellent visibility expected with good panoramic views.
Recent rainfall
Location: Malham
Altitude: 375m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5mm | 12.4mm | 19.1mm |
Measurement date:
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Mountain weather information
Weather
A very cold day, but widely dry and sunny. Brisk winds will lead to a notable wind chill.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
Close to 100%, falling to 80% early and late.
Maximum wind speed expected
Northerly 20mph at first decreasing to 10mph or less by early afternoon.
Temperature
- At 600m Zero Celsius
- Valley Minus 1 Celsius rising to Plus 7 Celsius
- Freezing level 500m
Low cloud and visibility
Little to no cloud expected below summit level. Excellent visibility expected.
Mountain weather information
Tue 18 Nov
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Rain, perhaps brief sleet or snow on highest summits, clearing through the morning with freezing level above summits. Showers and brighter spells follow, with winds also strengthening. Showers increasingly falling as snow above 300m, with freezing level gradually falling to be around 400m.
Wed 19 Nov
Sunrise:
Sunset:
A cold start, with largely clear skies. A fine day follows, with plenty of sunshine, but staying very cold with brisk winds. Freezing level at valley floors at first, but rising to around 200m by day.
Thu 20 Nov
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Another fine and dry day with long clear or sunny spells. Very cold again but winds easing. Freezing level at valley floors early and late, but climbing to around 200m during the afternoon.
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.