Mountain weather
North Grampian Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High confidence for settled conditions with high pressure dominating the weather for much of the period. Lower confidence for cloud amounts in the east with the risk of low cloud moving inland each evening.
This evening forecast
Dry this evening but cloudy especially in the east, mist forming in places and some fog patches in the east, light winds.
Mountain weather hazards
Hazards apply at or above 300m, reflecting the more severe conditions which can occur at altitude.
Blizzards
Blizzards and whiteouts present challenging and serious conditions due to a combination of falling or blowing snow, strong winds and cold temperatures. They can be highly disorientating, often resulting in near-zero visibility with limited or no visual references and no distinction between ground and sky. Cliff edges and cornices may not be apparent, even close up. These conditions require very good navigational skills.
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
A cloudy start but mostly clearing to leave a dry and bright day with light winds.
| 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% | 10% | 10% | 10% | 10% | 10% | 10% | 00% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1300m |
W
10
|
SW
10
|
SW
9
|
W
8
|
W
5
|
NW
5
|
NE
4
|
SE
6
|
| 900m |
NW
5
|
SW
9
|
SW
9
|
W
7
|
NW
4
|
N
5
|
NE
6
|
S
5
|
| 600m |
N
3
|
E
4
|
NW
3
|
N
3
|
NW
3
|
N
3
|
NE
5
|
S
5
|
| 300m |
NE
3
|
W
1
|
W
1
|
W
2
|
NW
2
|
N
4
|
NE
6
|
NE
3
|
| Glen |
N
1
|
N
1
|
NE
1
|
NE
2
|
NE
3
|
NE
4
|
N
3
|
NE
2
|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1300m | 12 | 14 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 8 |
| 900m | 6 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 7 |
| 600m | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 7 |
| 300m | 5 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 5 |
| Glen | 3 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 5 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1300m |
8°
|
8°
|
8°
|
10°
|
11°
|
13°
|
12°
|
10°
|
| 900m |
9°
|
10°
|
10°
|
11°
|
13°
|
15°
|
15°
|
14°
|
| 600m |
10°
|
10°
|
10°
|
12°
|
16°
|
18°
|
17°
|
14°
|
| 300m |
11°
|
10°
|
10°
|
14°
|
18°
|
20°
|
19°
|
14°
|
| Glen |
11°
|
9°
|
9°
|
14°
|
19°
|
21°
|
19°
|
14°
|
| Freezing Level |
3,400m
|
3,400m
|
3,500m
|
3,600m
|
3,600m
|
3,600m
|
3,600m
|
3,600m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1300m |
5°
|
5°
|
6°
|
8°
|
10°
|
12°
|
12°
|
9°
|
| 900m |
8°
|
8°
|
8°
|
10°
|
13°
|
15°
|
14°
|
13°
|
| 600m |
10°
|
10°
|
10°
|
12°
|
16°
|
18°
|
17°
|
14°
|
| 300m |
11°
|
10°
|
10°
|
15°
|
19°
|
20°
|
18°
|
14°
|
| Glen |
11°
|
9°
|
9°
|
14°
|
19°
|
21°
|
19°
|
14°
|
Additional weather information
Met Office Aberdeen meteorologist's view
Feeling warm in the afternoon with strong sunshine a hazard.
Weather
Early mist and cloud in the eastern Cairngorms will lift and clear during the morning to leave a dry and sunny day, patchy cloud at times in the east in the evening.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
70% improving to 95%
Low cloud and visibility
Early patchy cloud above 600m may affect the summits in the morning, especially for summits further east, mostly lifting and clearing in the afternoon. Good visibility around the hills, perhaps moderate in the morning in the east.
Mountain weather information
Weather
Remaining settled with a bright and sunny day expected and light winds, perhaps more cloud expected in the east.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
85%, perhaps some patches of low cloud early in the day especially for eastern ranges.
Maximum wind speed expected
Variable 5-10mph.
Temperature
- At 800m Plus 11 rising to 17 Celsius
- Glen Plus 16 rising to 23 Celsius.
- Freezing level Above all summits.
Low cloud and visibility
Patchy cloud around 600m may be expected early in the day otherwise all cloud above the summits and good visibility.
Mountain weather information
Mon 18 Aug
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Bright and sunny and feeling warm. Gentle winds.
Tue 19 Aug
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Remaining settled but perhaps cloudier than previous days especially for the eastern summits with a northeasterly breeze.
Wed 20 Aug
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Cloudy in the morning and this may be slow to clear but some sunshine breaking through. Cool easterly 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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