Mountain weather
Yorkshire Dales Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
Generally high confidence. Some uncertainty in persistence of heavy rain and wind strength on Monday and chance of rain on Wednesday.
Mountain weather hazards
Hazards apply at or above 300m, reflecting the more severe conditions which can occur at altitude.
Gales
Gale force winds (gusts over 50mph) make walking difficult and strenuous with a potential to be blown over by gusts. There is often a marked increase in winds through cols or on exposed ridges and summits. Distances can take longer to cover and compass bearings become harder to follow accurately.
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.
Mountain weather forecast
Light snow showers followed by dry, sunny spells, a cold wind. Low cloud and rain overnight.
| 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) |
40% | 10% | <05% | 20% | 40% | 60% |
Wind direction and speed (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
NW
21
|
W
11
|
W
9
|
SW
11
|
SW
14
|
S
18
|
| 300m |
NW
12
|
NW
5
|
W
5
|
SW
4
|
S
4
|
S
5
|
| Valley |
NW
7
|
W
1
|
W
2
|
SW
2
|
S
4
|
S
8
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m | 30 | 16 | 12 | 18 | 21 | 26 |
| 300m | 27 | 16 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 16 |
| Valley | 22 | 7 | 5 | 10 | 17 | 22 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
-1°
|
-1°
|
0°
|
1°
|
1°
|
1°
|
| 300m |
1°
|
1°
|
4°
|
2°
|
2°
|
2°
|
| Valley |
2°
|
2°
|
4°
|
4°
|
4°
|
5°
|
| Freezing Level |
400m
|
400m
|
500m
|
600m
|
800m
|
900m
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Altitude above mean sea level
| Time | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
-8°
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-6°
|
-4°
|
-4°
|
-4°
|
-5°
|
| 300m |
-4°
|
-1°
|
1°
|
1°
|
0°
|
0°
|
| Valley |
0°
|
0°
|
3°
|
3°
|
2°
|
2°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
A fine sunny day after any early showers, but with a notable wind chill. Some icy surfaces are likely in the morning. Note deteriorating conditions overnight.
Weather
A few light snow showers to start for a few places, then a dry day with plenty of sunshine, feeling chilly in the wind. Cloud increases from late afternoon with a little patchy rain and summit snow. Strengthening winds and more persistent rain around midnight.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
60% though the early morning, then 90% through the day. 10% in the evening.
Low cloud and visibility
Patchy cloud down to 500m and moderate visibility in any early snow showers, then very good or excellent visibility with hills cloud free during the day. Cloud lowers onto the highest summits around dusk, then extensive cloud down to 300-400m in the evening.
Recent rainfall
Location: Malham
Altitude: 375m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1.4mm | 14mm | 22.4mm |
Measurement date:
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Mountain weather information
Weather
Strong winds with a risk of gales and outbreaks of often heavy rain through the early hours and much of the day with a risk of some flooding. Rain continuing through the evening, but winds easing.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
Nil
Maximum wind speed expected
South-southwest 25 gusting 40-45 mph, easing to 20 gusting 30 mph late afternoon, 15-20 mph in the evening.
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 6 Celsius rising to 9 Celsius
- Valley Plus 3 Celsius rising to 10 Celsius
- Freezing level Above the summits
Low cloud and visibility
Very poor visibility in heavy rain with persistent cloud down to 300m.
Mountain weather information
Tue 2 Dec
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Overnight rain clears to a largely dry day, mostly cloudy but a few with sunny spells and a few light showers possible. Moderate southwest winds. Freezing level above the summits.
Wed 3 Dec
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Mostly cloudy with some hill fog. A few showers are possible, most likely in the afternoon. Moderate southwest winds. Freezing level above the summits.
Thu 4 Dec
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Heavy rain sweeping east with southerly winds freshening for a time. This clears to drier brighter conditions and lighter winds later in the day. Freezing level above the summits.
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.