Mountain weather
North Grampian Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High confidence for the general evolution and generally sunny spells and showers for the next 5 days, but lower confidence for exact shower detail on Wednesday.
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
Mostly dry, warm and sunny. Chance of the odd shower.
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Weather (at 800m) |
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Chance of precipitation (at 800m) |
00% | <05% | 20% | 20% | 10% | 00% |
Wind direction and speed (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1300m |
SW
20
|
W
15
|
W
13
|
SW
17
|
SW
20
|
SW
25
|
| 900m |
SW
18
|
SW
12
|
SW
12
|
SW
18
|
SW
19
|
S
23
|
| 600m |
SW
8
|
W
8
|
SW
10
|
SW
14
|
SW
14
|
SW
14
|
| 300m |
SW
4
|
SW
5
|
SW
7
|
SW
7
|
SW
7
|
S
3
|
| Glen |
SW
3
|
SW
5
|
SW
5
|
SW
7
|
SW
5
|
SW
4
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1300m | 26 | 18 | 18 | 23 | 27 | 34 |
| 900m | 21 | 15 | 16 | 23 | 25 | 29 |
| 600m | 10 | 11 | 14 | 19 | 20 | 21 |
| 300m | 10 | 11 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 9 |
| Glen | 15 | 10 | 12 | 17 | 17 | 17 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1300m |
7°
|
8°
|
10°
|
11°
|
10°
|
7°
|
| 900m |
10°
|
11°
|
13°
|
14°
|
13°
|
12°
|
| 600m |
11°
|
13°
|
16°
|
17°
|
16°
|
14°
|
| 300m |
9°
|
15°
|
20°
|
20°
|
18°
|
13°
|
| Glen |
10°
|
17°
|
22°
|
22°
|
19°
|
15°
|
| Freezing Level |
1,800m
|
2,000m
|
2,200m
|
2,300m
|
2,200m
|
2,200m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1300m |
2°
|
5°
|
8°
|
8°
|
6°
|
3°
|
| 900m |
7°
|
9°
|
11°
|
11°
|
10°
|
8°
|
| 600m |
10°
|
12°
|
14°
|
14°
|
13°
|
11°
|
| 300m |
9°
|
14°
|
18°
|
18°
|
16°
|
13°
|
| Glen |
9°
|
16°
|
20°
|
20°
|
18°
|
14°
|
Additional weather information
Met Office Aberdeen meteorologist's view
A largely sunny day means suitable protection from the sun will be required. Warm temperatures bring a risk of dehydration and heat stress, especially on long climbs.
Weather
A warm day with a good deal of sunshine, though this may be hazy at times and some patches of cloud will bubble up in the afternoon. There is a chance that this will produce a light shower, but mainly staying dry through the day. The odd patch of shallow mist or fog may form in the glens through the early hours, but any of this will clear shortly after dawn. Likely a degree or two warmer than Tuesday.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
80%
Low cloud and visibility
Summits largely clear and visibilities excellent. Perhaps some patches of shallow mist or fog confined to the glens in the early hours. Any cloud around during the afternoon will be well above summit height. Visibilities may drop briefly should any showers pass by.
Mountain weather information
Weather
Cloudy in the morning with some outbreaks of rain, likely staying driest towards Ben Rinnes and Ladder Hills. Becoming brighter with some sunny spells developing through the afternoon, though the odd shower may feed into the west, turning wintry on the very highest summits. Feeling a good deal cooler than Wednesday.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
50% in the morning, rising to 75% in the afternoon
Maximum wind speed expected
Southwest veering northwest increasing to 25-30mph over the summits
Temperature
- At 800m Plus 6 to plus 10 Celsius
- Glen Plus 10 rising to plus 14 Celsius.
- Freezing level From well above summits falling to 1300m by evening
Low cloud and visibility
Fairly extensive cloud around 800-1000m in the morning and visibilities falling moderate to poor in hill fog or outbreaks of rain. Cloud lifting and breaking through the early afternoon leaving clear spells and excellent visibilities. Patches of cloud around 800-1000m and visibilities moderate in the northwest in any light showers.
Mountain weather information
Fri 2 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Bright spells and scattered light showers throughout the day. Freezing level around 1200-1400m. Moderate to strong west to northwest winds.
Sat 3 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Cloudy with some patchy light rain in the morning. Brighter spells and a few light showers later, drier in the sheltered southwest. Feeling cooler with freezing level falling to 900-1100m. Moderate to strong northwest veering northerly winds.
Sun 4 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Bright spells and scattered showers, drier in the sheltered southwest. Feeling cool with freezing level falling to 600m. Fresh to moderate north to northeast winds.
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Summit specific forecast
Mountain summit forecast map
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Key
Mountain summits
Other points of interest
Cluster of multiple stations
Includes the northern and western Cairngorms National Park, Monadhliath, Ben Alder, Creag Meagaidh, Loch Ericht and Loch Rannoch.
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