Mountain weather
Yorkshire Dales Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for unsettled and eventually colder main theme, low for rainfall detail beyond Saturday daytime.
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.
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.
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
Rather cloudy, with a little light rain or drizzle. Drier and brighter for a time, ahead of late evening rain.
| 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) |
30% | 20% | 10% | 10% | 20% | 70% |
Wind direction and speed (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
SW
13
|
SW
15
|
SW
13
|
W
9
|
W
5
|
NE
5
|
| 300m |
SW
8
|
W
10
|
SW
10
|
W
7
|
NW
2
|
N
4
|
| Valley |
SW
7
|
SW
8
|
SW
8
|
W
6
|
W
3
|
N
3
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m | 17 | 19 | 17 | 12 | 6 | 7 |
| 300m | 14 | 17 | 16 | 11 | 4 | 8 |
| Valley | 13 | 15 | 14 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
7°
|
8°
|
9°
|
10°
|
10°
|
9°
|
| 300m |
9°
|
9°
|
12°
|
13°
|
13°
|
11°
|
| Valley |
10°
|
10°
|
13°
|
15°
|
14°
|
12°
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| Freezing Level |
1,800m
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1,800m
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1,700m
|
1,700m
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1,800m
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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 |
4°
|
4°
|
6°
|
8°
|
10°
|
8°
|
| 300m |
7°
|
7°
|
10°
|
12°
|
13°
|
10°
|
| Valley |
8°
|
8°
|
12°
|
14°
|
14°
|
11°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Nothing to add.
Weather
Extensive early low cloud dispersing by mid-morning, becoming brighter with the best chance of limited hazy sunny intervals. Cloud amounts should generally increase again from the south and west as the day progresses. A swathe of rain should spread northwards later in the evening, with some heavier and eventually potentially thundery downpours during the early hours.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
Near nil, increasing to near 80%. Sharp deterioration in the evening.
Low cloud and visibility
Extensive cloud down to 300 metres lifting to clear highest ground into the afternoon. No further significant cloud or impediments to visibility until heavy rain arrives after midnight.
Recent rainfall
Location: Malham
Altitude: 375m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 0.6mm | 0.6mm | 0.6mm |
Measurement date:
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Mountain weather information
Weather
Relatively low confidence in rainfall detail especially. Most likely a cloudy and wet morning at least, with some of this heavy and perhaps thundery. Probably becoming more showery with time, with a greater chance of some limited brighter spells, although this aspect is low confidence.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
Near-nil early and perhaps late, perhaps 60% during intervening peak.
Maximum wind speed expected
Northeasterly 15mph.
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 7 degrees Celsius.
- Valley Plus 8 degrees Celsius rising to plus 15.
- Freezing level Well above the summits.
Low cloud and visibility
Extensive low cloud to 300 metres early and perhaps late, rising to higher ground through middle of day. Moderate visibility perhaps improving good in any lasting drier periods later.
Mountain weather information
Mon 4 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Rather cloudy and humid, with a chance of a few further showers. Light to moderate northwesterly winds. The freezing level will fall markedly in this three-day period, but should remain above all summits throughout.
Tue 5 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Probably brighter and fresher, still with showers but lighter when compared to the previous days. Cooler than of late. Moderate northwesterly winds.
Wed 6 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Similar to Tuesday, showery with variable cloud cover. Markedly colder than of late. Moderate northwesterly winds.
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.