Mountain weather
Yorkshire Dales Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for prevailing settled theme, lower for extent and persistence of any lower cloud.
This evening forecast
Staying dry. Clear skies into Wednesday evening. Remaining mostly clear. Easterly winds easing slowly but remaining fresh, contributing to a cold feel.
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.
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
Dry with plenty of sunshine into Thursday
| 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) |
<05% | <05% | <05% | <05% | <05% | <05% | <05% | <05% |
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 |
NE
11
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E
10
|
E
9
|
E
11
|
E
11
|
E
10
|
E
8
|
E
7
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| 300m |
E
7
|
E
5
|
NE
6
|
E
8
|
E
9
|
E
9
|
SE
7
|
NE
5
|
| Valley |
E
7
|
E
5
|
E
6
|
E
7
|
E
8
|
E
8
|
E
7
|
E
5
|
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 | 18 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 12 |
| 300m | 19 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 11 |
| Valley | 15 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 9 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
1°
|
1°
|
1°
|
4°
|
8°
|
10°
|
9°
|
5°
|
| 300m |
3°
|
2°
|
3°
|
8°
|
12°
|
14°
|
12°
|
6°
|
| Valley |
5°
|
3°
|
4°
|
10°
|
14°
|
16°
|
14°
|
7°
|
| Freezing Level |
900m
|
1,000m
|
1,000m
|
1,100m
|
1,200m
|
1,300m
|
1,300m
|
1,300m
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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 |
-3°
|
-3°
|
-3°
|
0°
|
5°
|
8°
|
7°
|
2°
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| 300m |
0°
|
0°
|
0°
|
6°
|
10°
|
12°
|
10°
|
4°
|
| Valley |
2°
|
1°
|
2°
|
8°
|
12°
|
14°
|
12°
|
6°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Brisk winds having an appreciable effect on the feel of otherwise unremarkable temperatures despite the sunshine and moderate UV levels.
Weather
A fine, dry day with any early low cloud soon dispersing. The sunshine perhaps turning hazy later in the day, with winds remaining fresh, maintaining the cooler feel. The UV index will again be Moderate
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
Quickly becoming 100% through the morning.
Low cloud and visibility
Patchy low cloud, around 500m, possibly affecting eastern facing hills first thing, quickly dispersing after dawn. Very good or excellent visibility outside of any early cloud.
Recent rainfall
Location: Malham
Altitude: 375m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 0mm | 0.1mm | 0.1mm |
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
Any areas of low cloud in far eastern parts of the range in early hours of morning clearing quickly around dawn to give another fine and dry day with widespread sunshine and fresh easterly or southeasterly winds.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
70%, becoming 100% by day
Maximum wind speed expected
Easterly or Southeasterly gusts 20-25mph.
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 2 becoming plus 11 degrees Celsius.
- Valley Plus 2 becoming plus 16 degrees Celsius.
- Freezing level Above summits.
Low cloud and visibility
Low chance of low cloud affecting far south-eastern facing slopes overnight, soon dispersing around dawn period. Very good visibility outside of any early cloud.
Mountain weather information
Sat 25 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Fine after a chilly and probably clear start, with hazy sunshine into the day. Light and variable winds giving a warmer feel.
Sun 26 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Another generally fine day is expected, although perhaps a little cloudier than of late overall. Light east or south-easterly winds.
Mon 27 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Another similar day with light and variable winds and mostly clear or sunny skies. Some cloud developing about summits for a time in daytime.
Updated at:
Summit specific forecast
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Key
Mountain summits
Other points of interest
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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.