Mountain weather
Yorkshire Dales Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
Generally high, although lower for cloud amounts through Wednesday afternoon, and for rain details into early Thursday.
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
Fine and dry with sunny spells.
| 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 |
S
9
|
SW
8
|
SW
12
|
W
13
|
SW
11
|
SW
10
|
| 300m |
E
1
|
S
3
|
SW
7
|
W
8
|
SW
5
|
SW
3
|
| Valley |
N
1
|
SW
2
|
SW
7
|
SW
6
|
SW
4
|
SW
1
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m | 11 | 10 | 16 | 17 | 14 | 14 |
| 300m | 6 | 7 | 12 | 14 | 10 | 11 |
| Valley | 4 | 6 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 7 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
10°
|
10°
|
13°
|
12°
|
10°
|
8°
|
| 300m |
7°
|
12°
|
16°
|
15°
|
12°
|
10°
|
| Valley |
8°
|
13°
|
16°
|
15°
|
13°
|
10°
|
| Freezing Level |
2,600m
|
2,500m
|
2,500m
|
2,500m
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2,300m
|
2,000m
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Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
8°
|
8°
|
10°
|
9°
|
8°
|
6°
|
| 300m |
7°
|
12°
|
14°
|
13°
|
12°
|
9°
|
| Valley |
8°
|
13°
|
15°
|
14°
|
13°
|
10°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Cold start in valleys, but soon becoming widely warm or very warm with moderate UV, despite the increasing cloud into the afternoon. Appropriate sun protection will be needed.
Weather
A fine and dry day with sunny spells, some Moderate UV levels, although cloud will build into the afternoon and more widely into the evening, limiting the extent of the sunshine. Feeling warm, with lighter winds than Tuesday.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
95% initially, lowering slightly though the afternoon to be 70% by dusk.
Low cloud and visibility
Any cloud likely above all summits for much of the day. Into the afternoon some patchy cloud will likely descend onto the slopes above 600m, with the odd patch possible down to 500m. Generally good or very good visibility expected, with good views of distant hills and summits during the day.
Recent rainfall
Location: Malham
Altitude: 375m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 0mm | 0mm | 3.5mm |
Measurement date:
Rainfall data provided by the Environment Agency. The Met Office is not responsible for content provided by third parties and may remove this data without warning.
Mountain weather information
Weather
Staying dry overnight into Thursday but with thickening cloud and freshening westerly winds into the morning. These bringing spells of rain for a time late morning into the early afternoon, clearing to give some brighter skies and scattered showers late in the day. These perhaps falling as sleet or snow on the highest tops, above 700m. Feeling cooler and fresher, with a brisk westerly wind developing.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
80%, but 50% for a time late morning and early afternoon.
Maximum wind speed expected
Southwest 20mph becoming Westerly 30mph with 35-40mph gusts by the afternoon.
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 7 Celsius becoming Plus 4 Celsius.
- Valley Plus 4 Celsius becoming Plus 10 Celsius.
- Freezing level Above the summits, but falling near to the very highest hills by dusk.
Low cloud and visibility
Some patchy valley mist or fog at first but soon clearing, and also the odd patch of cloud on some routes above 600m. Cloud thickening and becoming more widespread at 500m for a time late morning and early afternoon, before clearing. The odd patch remaining possible at 600m with any showers later. Otherwise visibility generally good, but becoming moderate in any rain.
Mountain weather information
Fri 10 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Bright but chilly start. Cloud increasing from the west to bring some outbreaks of rain later in the day. Increasingly strong southerly winds. Freezing level near summits to start but rising later.
Sat 11 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Cloud and rain gradually clear eastwards during the morning. Becoming brighter with some scattered showers following. Breezy. Freezing level falling to around 600m.
Sun 12 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Remaining cool and breezy with some frequent showers during the day, locally heavy with a risk of lightning. Freezing level just above summits.
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Summit specific forecast
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The Yorkshire Dales National Park covers an area of 683 square miles and is a collection of rivers, valleys and hills.