Mountain weather
Yorkshire Dales Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for mild and initially unsettled on Sunday, then fair for Monday, but lowering for the detail of the weakening fronts that cross the area on Tuesday and Thursday respectively.
Mountain weather hazards
Hazards apply at or above 300m, reflecting the more severe conditions which can occur at altitude.
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.
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
Occasional rain at first. Most dry in afternoon with some brightness developing. Moderate northeast winds. Freezing level above all peaks.
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Weather (at 600m) |
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Chance of precipitation (at 600m) |
70% | 60% | 40% | 30% | 10% | <05% |
Wind direction and speed (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
NE
10
|
NE
15
|
NE
16
|
NE
16
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NE
17
|
NE
15
|
| 300m |
N
6
|
NE
10
|
NE
13
|
NE
12
|
NE
10
|
NE
9
|
| Valley |
N
2
|
NE
9
|
NE
15
|
NE
12
|
NE
9
|
NE
5
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m | 15 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 24 | 23 |
| 300m | 15 | 20 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 19 |
| Valley | 10 | 20 | 26 | 23 | 20 | 15 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
5°
|
4°
|
5°
|
5°
|
3°
|
2°
|
| 300m |
7°
|
8°
|
8°
|
9°
|
6°
|
4°
|
| Valley |
9°
|
9°
|
10°
|
11°
|
8°
|
6°
|
| Freezing Level |
1,800m
|
1,800m
|
1,800m
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1,700m
|
1,600m
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1,400m
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Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
1°
|
0°
|
0°
|
1°
|
-2°
|
-3°
|
| 300m |
5°
|
5°
|
5°
|
6°
|
3°
|
1°
|
| Valley |
8°
|
7°
|
7°
|
8°
|
6°
|
4°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Some potentially difficult conditions early in the day with quite extensive hill fog and during the afternoon some strong sunshine. Severe wind chill developing later in the day across highest routes. Inversion developing at around 700m for the evening with potential of a sub-zero layer developing here.
Weather
A cloudy morning with occasional light rain or drizzle, focused across eastern areas of the park. Gradually turning drier and, particularly in the west, brighter during the afternoon.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
10-20% becoming 50-60% during the afternoon
Low cloud and visibility
Good or very good becoming moderate or poor in rain or drizzle, very poor within cloud with bases extensive from 500-600m at first, before lifting and breaking during the afternoon.
Recent rainfall
Location: Malham
Altitude: 375m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 11mm | 13.4mm | 13.4mm |
Measurement date:
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Mountain weather information
Weather
A fine dry day with bright and sunny spells building from mid-morning and through the afternoon. Light winds.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
60% becoming 90% for the afternoon
Maximum wind speed expected
Variable less than 15mph
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 2 Celsius rising 8 Celsius for the afternoon
- Valley Zero Celsius rising 15 Celsius for the afternoon
- Freezing level Above summits
Low cloud and visibility
Good or very good becoming very poor within cloud with bases occasionally down to 600m at first, before lifting and breaking from mid-morning.
Mountain weather information
Tue 25 Mar
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Cloudy with patchy light rain at first, becoming dry with bright and sunny spells for the afternoon. Moderate northwest summit winds. Freezing level above summits.
Wed 26 Mar
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Mainly dry with bright and sunny spells. Moderate to fresh west to southwest summit winds. Freezing level above all peaks.
Thu 27 Mar
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Area of patchy rain crossing for a time. Fresh to strong west to southwest summit winds. Freezing level above all peaks.
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 Yorkshire Dales National Park covers an area of 683 square miles and is a collection of rivers, valleys and hills.