Mountain weather
Lake District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
Low for extent of low cloud on Tuesday and Wednesday. High for a return to changeable weather on Friday and Saturday.
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.
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.
Heavy Persistent Rain
Heavy and persistent rain can lead to drenched clothing and footwear with waterproofs often becoming soaked through, especially if accompanied by strong winds. This can lead to significant loss of body heat and an increased likelihood of hypothermia. Terrain may turn increasingly boggy underfoot while streams can flood and become impassable. There may also be a risk of flooding in valleys or glens. If there is snow cover, a heightened avalanche hazard is possible and avalanche reports should be consulted where available.
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
Cloudy with scattered showers or longer spells of rain in the afternoon, heavy at times.
| 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) |
20% | 20% | 40% | 70% | 70% | 30% |
Wind direction and speed (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
NE
10
|
E
9
|
SE
12
|
S
11
|
NW
10
|
N
14
|
| 600m |
NE
8
|
N
8
|
SE
7
|
S
7
|
NW
11
|
N
11
|
| 300m |
N
5
|
N
3
|
NW
3
|
S
3
|
NW
8
|
N
8
|
| Valley |
N
8
|
N
5
|
NW
4
|
W
5
|
N
10
|
N
10
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m | 12 | 12 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 17 |
| 600m | 9 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 15 | 15 |
| 300m | 9 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 14 | 14 |
| Valley | 12 | 9 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 18 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
11°
|
11°
|
12°
|
12°
|
11°
|
9°
|
| 600m |
12°
|
12°
|
13°
|
13°
|
12°
|
11°
|
| 300m |
14°
|
14°
|
15°
|
15°
|
14°
|
12°
|
| Valley |
16°
|
17°
|
17°
|
16°
|
16°
|
14°
|
| Freezing Level |
3,000m
|
2,800m
|
2,700m
|
2,600m
|
2,400m
|
2,200m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
9°
|
9°
|
10°
|
10°
|
9°
|
6°
|
| 600m |
11°
|
11°
|
12°
|
12°
|
10°
|
9°
|
| 300m |
14°
|
14°
|
15°
|
15°
|
13°
|
11°
|
| Valley |
15°
|
16°
|
17°
|
16°
|
15°
|
13°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Showers will be slow moving and drenching where they occur in the afternoon
Weather
The morning will see a lot of cloud with the odd light shower. Remaining cloudy through the afternoon with the chance of showers or some longer spells of rain developing, although the Western Fells may stay dry. Some heavy bursts in the afternoon with isolated thunder possible. Showers easing through the evening.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
50%
Low cloud and visibility
Poor in areas of cloud down to 550 to 800 metres. No one area favoured for reliable cloud breaks.
Ground conditions
No recent ground conditions report available.
Mountain weather information
Weather
A cloudy morning with a few showers. Becoming dry with cloud breaking to allow some sunshine as the afternoon progresses.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
50%, best chance in the afternoon
Maximum wind speed expected
Northwesterly 15 mph
Temperature
- At 800m Plus 11 Celsius
- Valley Plus 11 rising to 20 Celsius
- Freezing level Above the summits
Low cloud and visibility
Poor in widespread low cloud down to 450 to 800 metres at first. Cloud lifting off the tops by late morning. Very good visibility with little in the way of summit cloud in the afternoon
Mountain weather information
Thu 3 Jul
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Largely dry with sunny spells and isolated showers. Light winds, strengthening from the southwest later.
Fri 4 Jul
Sunrise:
Sunset:
After a dry and bright morning, strong west or southwestely winds will bring extensive hill fog and outbreaks of rain in the afternoon.
Sat 5 Jul
Sunrise:
Sunset:
A cloudy day with rain or drizzle at times across the west, drier in the east.
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.