Mountain weather
Lake District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for showery conditions, low for chance of spells of more persistent rain from Tuesday.
This evening forecast
Early heavy rain soon clearing as the cloud lifts and breaks and hill fog turns patchy, though one or two showers are possible later this evening. Strong to gale southerly winds veering southwesterly.
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.
Gales
Gale force winds (gusts over 50mph) make walking difficult and strenuous with a potential to be blown over by gusts. There is often a marked increase in winds through cols or on exposed ridges and summits. Distances can take longer to cover and compass bearings become harder to follow accurately.
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.
Mountain weather forecast
Bright with sunny intervals and occasional showers, some heavy with chance of thunder. Windy with gales.
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Weather (at 800m) |
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Chance of precipitation (at 800m) |
20% | 30% | 30% | 40% | 40% | 40% | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
SW
37
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SW
40
|
S
41
|
S
40
|
S
41
|
S
43
|
S
44
|
S
44
|
| 600m |
SW
33
|
SW
32
|
S
32
|
S
34
|
S
36
|
S
35
|
S
34
|
S
35
|
| 300m |
SW
14
|
S
13
|
S
14
|
S
17
|
S
19
|
S
18
|
S
16
|
S
16
|
| Valley |
SW
14
|
S
14
|
S
16
|
S
18
|
S
20
|
S
20
|
S
18
|
S
18
|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m | 47 | 51 | 51 | 53 | 54 | 56 | 57 | 57 |
| 600m | 44 | 45 | 45 | 47 | 51 | 50 | 49 | 50 |
| 300m | 34 | 35 | 37 | 40 | 44 | 43 | 41 | 40 |
| Valley | 31 | 33 | 36 | 37 | 40 | 40 | 38 | 38 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
8°
|
7°
|
7°
|
8°
|
9°
|
9°
|
9°
|
8°
|
| 600m |
10°
|
10°
|
10°
|
10°
|
12°
|
12°
|
11°
|
10°
|
| 300m |
13°
|
12°
|
12°
|
13°
|
14°
|
15°
|
14°
|
13°
|
| Valley |
15°
|
15°
|
15°
|
16°
|
17°
|
17°
|
16°
|
15°
|
| Freezing Level |
2,000m
|
2,000m
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1,900m
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1,800m
|
1,900m
|
2,100m
|
2,200m
|
2,200m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
2°
|
1°
|
1°
|
2°
|
3°
|
4°
|
3°
|
2°
|
| 600m |
6°
|
5°
|
5°
|
6°
|
6°
|
7°
|
6°
|
5°
|
| 300m |
10°
|
10°
|
9°
|
10°
|
11°
|
11°
|
11°
|
10°
|
| Valley |
13°
|
12°
|
12°
|
12°
|
13°
|
13°
|
13°
|
12°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Significant windchill on the tops while UV levels are still high around the middle of the day.
Weather
A mix of clear or sunny intervals and occasional showers, some heavy with the chance of hail and thunder.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
60% rising 90%
Low cloud and visibility
Broken cloud, occasionally down to 750m at first, then lifting above tops, other than the odd patch near heavier showers. Visibility away from cloud mostly good but briefly moderate to poor in heavier showers.
Ground conditions
No recent ground conditions report available.
Mountain weather information
Weather
Some prolonged heavy showers in the early hours. The day still showery, some showers heavy, but the showers becoming more isolated from mid afternoon with more in the way of sunny intervals.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
50%, rising 80% mid afternoon
Maximum wind speed expected
South to southwest 30 gusts 40mph
Temperature
- At 800m Plus 10 Celsius
- Valley Plus 11 rising to Plus 18 Celsius
- Freezing level Above summits.
Low cloud and visibility
Frequent cloud at 750m in showers with the odd lower patch, bases rising somewhat by mid afternoon. Visibility away from cloud often good, but occasionally moderate or poor in showers.
Mountain weather information
Tue 2 Sep
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Bright or sunny intervals and occasional showers. Thicker cloud and more persistent rain may spread from the south later in the day, which could be heavy. Less windy.
Wed 3 Sep
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Mostly dry with some sunny intervals, with just a few scattered showers. Lighter winds.
Thu 4 Sep
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Unsettled but uncertain with the chance of rain or showers.
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 Lake District covers an area of 885 square miles with its highest point, Scafell Pike, standing at 978 metres.