Mountain weather
Peak District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for high pressure maintaining relatively settled conditions through Friday, but low for the cloud detail here. Medium confidence in the timing detail of rain crossing the area during the weekend.
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.
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 light winds.
| 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) |
<05% | <05% | <05% | <05% | <05% | <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 |
SE
6
|
S
4
|
SW
5
|
W
5
|
SW
4
|
SW
3
|
| 300m |
E
4
|
NE
2
|
W
4
|
W
5
|
S
3
|
SW
2
|
| Valley |
E
3
|
SE
2
|
W
3
|
W
3
|
NW
2
|
NE
2
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m | 10 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 5 | 4 |
| 300m | 7 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 4 |
| Valley | 7 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
7°
|
7°
|
8°
|
8°
|
8°
|
7°
|
| 300m |
9°
|
9°
|
10°
|
11°
|
10°
|
10°
|
| Valley |
8°
|
10°
|
11°
|
12°
|
11°
|
10°
|
| Freezing Level |
2,200m
|
2,100m
|
2,100m
|
2,100m
|
2,100m
|
2,100m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
5°
|
6°
|
7°
|
7°
|
7°
|
6°
|
| 300m |
8°
|
9°
|
10°
|
10°
|
10°
|
10°
|
| Valley |
7°
|
10°
|
11°
|
12°
|
11°
|
10°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Some good walking to be had a lower levels, but more navigation often more difficult at height with hills obscured.
Weather
Quite a lot of cloud across the hills at first, mainly above 400m, but perhaps down to valley level at times in the east. Cloud will gradually lift, with a chance of a few breaks developing, allowing for some brighter intervals. These most likely in the west.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
20% becoming 50%
Low cloud and visibility
Extensive cloud obscuring routes above 400m at first. This gradually lifting and breaking through the day, but remaining persistent above 600m for many hills. Some isolated patches are possible down to valley floors, mainly early and late and in the east. Moderate to good visibility likely at lower levels, but falling to very poor in any cloud.
Recent rainfall
Location: Cat & Fiddle (Midway between Buxton and Macclesfield)
Altitude: 511m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 0mm | 0.1mm | 0.5mm |
Measurement date:
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Mountain weather information
Weather
A rather cloudy start, with cloud perhaps obscuring highest summits. Perhaps the odd patch of valley mist and fog. However this will lift and break through the day, perhaps allowing some brighter or sunny spells to develop. Dry.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
60% becoming 80% for the afternoon
Maximum wind speed expected
Variable 15mph
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 7 Celsius rising to Plus 9 Celsius
- Valley Plus 8 Celsius rising to Plus 14 Celsius
- Freezing level Above summits
Low cloud and visibility
Valley mist and fog will gradually clear through the morning. Otherwise areas of cloud above 600m will gradually rise to be above summits through the day. Some breaks also developing as this occurs. Mainly good to very good visibility, but very poor on higher summits at first.
Mountain weather information
Sat 18 Oct
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Dry with limited brighter spells, but cloud largely above summit level. Strong southeast winds developing. Freezing level above all peaks.
Sun 19 Oct
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Occasional rain by the afternoon, turning heavier and more persistent through the evening. Strong winds likely for a time. Freezing level above all peaks.
Mon 20 Oct
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Frequent showers, some heavy. Strong southwest summit winds. Freezing level above all peaks.
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Summit specific forecast
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Key
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The Peak District is home to a wide variety of magnificent hills, moors, outcrops and gritstone edges.