Mountain weather
Yorkshire Dales Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High confidence for the general themes and the change to fresher conditions Tuesday, but some uncertainty in cloud detail and extent of brighter spells on Tuesday afternoon.
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
Cloudy with afternoon showers. Cold overnight.
| 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) |
10% | 10% | 30% | 30% | 30% | 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 |
NW
7
|
NW
9
|
N
9
|
NE
13
|
NE
16
|
NE
14
|
| 300m |
NW
2
|
NW
5
|
N
6
|
NE
11
|
NE
14
|
NE
10
|
| Valley |
NW
1
|
NW
4
|
N
7
|
NE
12
|
NE
14
|
NE
10
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m | 9 | 12 | 13 | 19 | 24 | 22 |
| 300m | 8 | 10 | 11 | 19 | 25 | 21 |
| Valley | 6 | 8 | 12 | 20 | 24 | 20 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
4°
|
5°
|
7°
|
4°
|
3°
|
2°
|
| 300m |
6°
|
8°
|
10°
|
8°
|
6°
|
4°
|
| Valley |
7°
|
10°
|
12°
|
10°
|
8°
|
6°
|
| Freezing Level |
1,100m
|
1,100m
|
1,300m
|
1,100m
|
800m
|
600m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
1°
|
2°
|
4°
|
0°
|
-2°
|
-3°
|
| 300m |
6°
|
6°
|
9°
|
5°
|
2°
|
1°
|
| Valley |
7°
|
9°
|
10°
|
8°
|
5°
|
3°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Layered warm clothing required as temperatures at elevation fall sharply through the afternoon, with waterproofs likely to be needed in afternoon/evening showers.
Weather
Early patchy low cloud and fog soon lifting to give a day of patchy medium level cloud and bright or sunny spells. Most areas likely remaining dry through the morning, but occasional showers likely to cross the park during the afternoon, dying off into the evening.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
40% first thing, soon becoming 90% through the morning, falling to 80% during the afternoon and evening.
Low cloud and visibility
Patches of low cloud around 500m first thing, otherwise cloud above summits. Visibility generally good or very good, but falling to poor or very poor in showers.
Recent rainfall
Location: Malham
Altitude: 375m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 0mm | 4.3mm | 14.5mm |
Measurement date:
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Mountain weather information
Weather
Cloudy and dry with some occasional sunny breaks developing during the afternoon. Feeling cold overnight under clear skies.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
60% at first increasing to 90% during the afternoon.
Maximum wind speed expected
Northeasterly 10mph with gusts of 15-20mph.
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 01 Celsius rising to 08 Celsius.
- Valley Plus 04 Celsius rising to 13 Celsius.
- Freezing level Above the summits.
Low cloud and visibility
Cloud above the summits. Visibility generally good or very good.
Mountain weather information
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.
Sat 9 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
A cloudy day with showers, heavy at times during the afternoon. Winds light easterly.
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.