Mountain weather
Yorkshire Dales Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for mostly benign conditions Monday, though Moderate with the amount of high cloud. Also high for temperatures building into Tuesday, leading to a warm but windy day. High confidence for the change to more typical April temperatures from Wednesday, but confidence then falls for the timing and extent of any rainfall Thursday and Friday.
This evening forecast
Any showers, falling as snow above 400m, will ease during the evening. Winds also easing, but staying cold.
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.
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
Cold start. Fine but generally cloudy, with some brighter spells. Freezing levels rising above summits.
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 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% | <05% | <05% | <05% | 00% | 00% | 00% | 00% |
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 |
SW
9
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SW
10
|
S
9
|
S
11
|
S
13
|
S
12
|
S
9
|
SE
12
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| 300m |
SW
3
|
S
2
|
S
3
|
S
6
|
S
10
|
S
10
|
S
6
|
SE
5
|
| Valley |
E
1
|
E
3
|
E
3
|
S
4
|
S
9
|
S
9
|
SE
6
|
E
6
|
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 | 12 | 14 | 13 | 15 | 19 | 18 | 14 | 20 |
| 300m | 10 | 7 | 8 | 11 | 18 | 18 | 14 | 15 |
| Valley | 5 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 17 | 16 | 13 | 14 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
0°
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0°
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1°
|
2°
|
5°
|
7°
|
6°
|
5°
|
| 300m |
0°
|
0°
|
1°
|
5°
|
8°
|
10°
|
8°
|
5°
|
| Valley |
1°
|
1°
|
3°
|
7°
|
10°
|
11°
|
10°
|
7°
|
| Freezing Level |
400m
|
400m
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600m
|
800m
|
900m
|
1,100m
|
1,200m
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1,500m
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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°
|
-4°
|
-3°
|
-2°
|
1°
|
3°
|
4°
|
1°
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| 300m |
-2°
|
-2°
|
0°
|
2°
|
6°
|
7°
|
7°
|
3°
|
| Valley |
0°
|
0°
|
1°
|
5°
|
8°
|
10°
|
9°
|
5°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
A much more benign day than on Easter Sunday, with conditions good across the hills for some Bank holiday activities. Despite the easing winds it will still feel rather chilly, especially when stopping for lunch or similar around any summits.
Weather
Dry, cold start to Monday with many routes frozen. Staying dry but cloudy for much of the day, however cloud will be mostly be above summit level. Some afternoon brighter or sunny spells likely, with clear spells after dark. Mostly light winds, but increasing a little during the evening.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
90%
Low cloud and visibility
Cloud largely above summits, but the odd patch could descend onto routes around 700m, mainly during the morning. Good to very good views expected to wide ranging visibility of surrounding hills.
Recent rainfall
Location: Malham
Altitude: 375m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 5.5mm | 6.7mm | 15mm |
Measurement date:
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Mountain weather information
Weather
Another fine day, but with winds strengthening to become strong across the tops. Turning warm, but still a reasonable amount of higher cloud leading to a mixture of brighter intervals and some hazy sunny spells. Cloud thickening later in the day.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
Above 95%
Maximum wind speed expected
Southeasterly 30-35mph
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 2 Celsius rising to Plus 11 Celsius
- Valley Plus 2 Celsius rising to Plus 15 Celsius
- Freezing level Above summits.
Low cloud and visibility
Cloud staying above the summits. Very good visibility expected, with good views of distant summits.
Mountain weather information
Wed 8 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Cloudier with the odd spot of rain possible, mainly in the west, but otherwise fine and dry. Staying warm, especially in any brighter spells. Lighter winds than Tuesday. Freezing level above summits.
Thu 9 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Band of rain overnight will be followed by occasional showers and sunny intervals, along with brisk westerly winds. Temperatures nearer normal for April, with freezing level just above summits.
Fri 10 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Dry start most likely with some early sunshine, before winds strengthen and little ahead of cloud and rain by the afternoon. Temperatures staying near normal, with freezing levels above summits.
Updated at:
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.