Mountain weather
Lake District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for dry, settled conditions on Sunday then rain spreading in on Monday. Lower confidence on details for Tuesday and Wednesday.
This evening forecast
Staying dry and rather cloudy this evening with light winds.
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.
Mountain weather forecast
Dry with sunny spells. Light winds at all levels.
| 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) |
10% | <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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
SE
12
|
E
6
|
E
7
|
SE
7
|
SE
6
|
SE
7
|
SE
10
|
SE
18
|
| 600m |
SE
12
|
SE
7
|
SE
7
|
E
7
|
SE
6
|
SE
7
|
SE
9
|
SE
21
|
| 300m |
E
5
|
NE
2
|
E
2
|
E
2
|
SE
4
|
S
4
|
S
3
|
SE
8
|
| Valley |
NE
5
|
N
3
|
NW
3
|
SE
3
|
SE
5
|
SW
3
|
SW
2
|
E
7
|
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 | 15 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 13 | 24 |
| 600m | 17 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 13 | 30 |
| 300m | 8 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 19 |
| Valley | 8 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 18 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
4°
|
3°
|
3°
|
3°
|
5°
|
7°
|
7°
|
5°
|
| 600m |
4°
|
4°
|
4°
|
5°
|
8°
|
9°
|
9°
|
6°
|
| 300m |
5°
|
4°
|
5°
|
8°
|
11°
|
12°
|
11°
|
8°
|
| Valley |
8°
|
6°
|
6°
|
9°
|
12°
|
12°
|
12°
|
10°
|
| Freezing Level |
1,100m
|
1,100m
|
1,000m
|
1,100m
|
1,200m
|
1,600m
|
1,600m
|
1,500m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
0°
|
0°
|
0°
|
0°
|
3°
|
5°
|
4°
|
1°
|
| 600m |
0°
|
1°
|
1°
|
2°
|
6°
|
8°
|
7°
|
2°
|
| 300m |
4°
|
3°
|
4°
|
7°
|
10°
|
11°
|
10°
|
6°
|
| Valley |
6°
|
5°
|
6°
|
8°
|
11°
|
12°
|
12°
|
9°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Fine walking conditions across the National Park although prolonged sunshine will result in risk of sunburn.
Weather
A fine, dry day across the Lake District with long sunny spells.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
90%
Low cloud and visibility
Very good visibility with occasional cloud around 800 to 900m at first, thinning and breaking up later in morning.
Ground conditions
No recent ground conditions report available.
Mountain weather information
Weather
Dry, bright start then becoming cloudy. Rain reaching western fells later in the morning, then a cloudy afternoon and evening with rain at times.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
70% reducing 40% by afternoon.
Maximum wind speed expected
Light southwesterly winds with average speeds of 10 to 15mph.
Temperature
- At 800m Plus 6 Celsius.
- Valley Minus 1 Celsius rising to 13 Celsius
- Freezing level Above the summits.
Low cloud and visibility
Good visibility beneath the cloud which will become extensive above about 700 to 800m by afternoon and patches forming lower down. Poor visibility in more persistent rain and in cloud.
Mountain weather information
Tue 22 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Dry, bright with sunny spells. Cloud with some rain later in the day. Southerly winds freshening later.
Wed 23 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Mainly dry with sunny spells. A few showers developing later in afternoon. Lighter winds.
Thu 24 Apr
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Mostly dry with sunny spells and light 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 Lake District covers an area of 885 square miles with its highest point, Scafell Pike, standing at 978 metres.