Mountain weather
Yorkshire Dales Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for more unsettled and eventually cooler theme, although rain and shower detail low confidence throughout.
This evening forecast
Fine, with late sunshine and then clear periods. Temperatures will fall sharply in sheltered valleys after sundown.
Mountain weather hazards
Hazards apply at or above 300m, reflecting the more severe conditions which can occur at altitude.
Thunderstorms
Lightning is a significant mountain hazard which can result in serious injury or death. Mountain terrain often leaves one highly exposed to lightning strikes. Hail may give unpleasant conditions with torrential rain and localised flash flooding also possible, mainly in Summer months.
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.
Heavy Persistent Rain
Heavy and persistent rain can lead to drenched clothing and footwear with waterproofs often becoming soaked through, especially if accompanied by strong winds. This can lead to significant loss of body heat and an increased likelihood of hypothermia. Terrain may turn increasingly boggy underfoot while streams can flood and become impassable. There may also be a risk of flooding in valleys or glens. If there is snow cover, a heightened avalanche hazard is possible and avalanche reports should be consulted where available.
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 at first, becoming very warm for a time, but cloudier with rain or showers later, perhaps thundery.
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
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Weather (at 600m) |
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Chance of precipitation (at 600m) |
00% | 00% | 00% | 00% | 20% | 30% | 40% | 40% |
Wind direction and speed (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
SE
11
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SE
9
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SE
7
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SE
8
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S
11
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S
11
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SW
8
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W
10
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| 300m |
E
6
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E
4
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E
4
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SE
6
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S
8
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S
9
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SW
4
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W
6
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| Valley |
E
7
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E
6
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E
5
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SE
7
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S
7
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SW
6
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W
4
|
SW
4
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m | 19 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 16 | 16 | 12 | 14 |
| 300m | 15 | 9 | 8 | 11 | 15 | 16 | 9 | 12 |
| Valley | 17 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 8 | 8 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
7°
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8°
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9°
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12°
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15°
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15°
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12°
|
9°
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| 300m |
7°
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7°
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8°
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15°
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18°
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17°
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13°
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10°
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| Valley |
10°
|
8°
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9°
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16°
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19°
|
17°
|
13°
|
11°
|
| Freezing Level |
1,600m
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1,600m
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1,600m
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1,700m
|
2,600m
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2,700m
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2,700m
|
2,600m
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Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
4°
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6°
|
7°
|
10°
|
12°
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13°
|
10°
|
6°
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| 300m |
5°
|
5°
|
8°
|
14°
|
16°
|
16°
|
12°
|
9°
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| Valley |
8°
|
7°
|
8°
|
15°
|
17°
|
16°
|
13°
|
10°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
While temperatures are well above average for the most part, note the deteriorating conditions and eventual rain. Winds may locally be more variable and exceed those shown in shower activity later.
Weather
Fine with clear periods overnight, leading to grass frost in many valleys by dawn. Soon warming up in early sunshine, however this will gradually give way to cloudier conditions making inroads from the west through the morning. The risk of both rain and showers will increase through the afternoon, with a chance of these becoming heavy and thundery locally, gradually easing through the evening.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
Near 100% at first, but falling 20% into the evening.
Low cloud and visibility
No significant cloud or impediments to visibility until rain and showers develop later, perhaps leading to areas of cloud to 300 metres in places and poor visibility in heavier showers.
Recent rainfall
Location: Malham
Altitude: 375m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 0mm | 0mm | 0mm |
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
Relatively low confidence in rainfall detail especially. Rather cloudy throughout, especially at first and later. Perhaps starting dry, but increasing likelihood of swathe of rain arriving later from the southwest. Cloud lowering appreciably given light winds by this time.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
20 improving 90%, deteriorating again later.
Maximum wind speed expected
Southwesterly 20mph, easing.
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 9 degrees Celsius.
- Valley Plus 2 becoming plus 14 degrees Celsius.
- Freezing level Well above the summits.
Low cloud and visibility
Cloud down to around 300 metres early and late, although contingent on rainfall detail later. Good visibilities at peak.
Mountain weather information
Sun 3 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Low confidence in rainfall detail throughout this three-day period. Sunday probably starting cloudy and wet, becoming drier later. Light northerly winds. The freezing level will lower in this three-day period, but should remain clear of the highest ground throughout.
Mon 4 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
A drier day on balance, with rain and showers generally lighter or fewer and further between versus Sunday, although still on the cloudy side. Moderate northwesterly winds.
Tue 5 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Probably a cooler-feeling day, still on the cloudy side with some rain or showers, perhaps drier and brighter later. Moderate northeasterly winds.
Updated at:
Summit specific forecast
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Key
Mountain summits
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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.