Mountain weather
Peak District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for the poor visibility conditions Monday lifting to generally fine weather by the afternoon. Also high for cloud and the shower risk to be more extensive on Tuesday. Confidence in the detail Wednesday is low, but moderate for a greater chance of rain and stronger winds, especially later in the day and continuing Thursday.
Mountain weather hazards
Hazards apply at or above 300m, reflecting the more severe conditions which can occur at altitude.
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.
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.
Mountain weather forecast
Poor visibility at first, but lifting through the day. Most routes dry.
| 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% | 00% | <05% | <05% |
Wind direction and speed (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
NE
14
|
NE
13
|
NE
12
|
NE
11
|
E
12
|
E
13
|
| 300m |
NE
8
|
NE
10
|
NE
10
|
NE
9
|
E
10
|
E
8
|
| Valley |
E
7
|
E
9
|
E
9
|
E
8
|
E
9
|
E
7
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m | 19 | 18 | 17 | 16 | 18 | 20 |
| 300m | 14 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 15 |
| Valley | 14 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 17 | 17 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
8°
|
8°
|
10°
|
12°
|
12°
|
9°
|
| 300m |
10°
|
11°
|
14°
|
16°
|
15°
|
11°
|
| Valley |
11°
|
13°
|
16°
|
17°
|
16°
|
12°
|
| Freezing Level |
2,300m
|
2,300m
|
2,300m
|
2,400m
|
2,300m
|
2,200m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
4°
|
6°
|
8°
|
10°
|
10°
|
6°
|
| 300m |
8°
|
9°
|
12°
|
14°
|
13°
|
10°
|
| Valley |
9°
|
11°
|
14°
|
16°
|
14°
|
11°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Poor visibility at first, but gradually improving by the afternoon. Some warm sunshine developing with appropriate sun protection essential.
Weather
Cloud obscuring many hills initially, with mist or fog patches down at valley level, most likely across eastern areas. Cloud gradually lifting and breaking during the morning to allow warm sunny spells to develop. Most routes likely staying dry, however a very light isolated shower cannot be ruled out in the west later in the day.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
30% in east and 70% in west at first, rising to greater than 90% for all by the afternoon.
Low cloud and visibility
Extensive low cloud on the hills, obscuring eastern routes above 400m during the morning, with some mist and fog patches potentially obscuring routes down to valley floors. Western hills seeing cloud around 600m. This gradually lifting and breaking through the morning with cloud clearing nearly all hills by the afternoon. Limited visibility during the morning will gradually increase to allow Moderate and then increasingly Good to Very Good views during the afternoon, with views potentially exceeding 25km.
Recent rainfall
Location: Cat & Fiddle (Midway between Buxton and Macclesfield)
Altitude: 511m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 0mm | 0mm | 0.1mm |
Measurement date:
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Mountain weather information
Weather
Pathcy cloud and isolated heavy showers possible through the early hours of Tuesday. Turning chilly again in sheltered valleys by dawn. Perhaps the odd patch of transitory mist or fog developing at valley level. Cloud thickening for a time during the morning, especially across eastern hills, with occasional showers moving west. Staying rather cloudy during the afternoon with an ongoing chance of showers, although limited sunny or brighter spells also possible, mainly in the west.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
40% in the east through the morning, otherwise 90%
Maximum wind speed expected
Easterly 5-10mph
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 7 Celsius rising to Plus 16 Celsius
- Valley Plus 4 Celsius rising to Plus 22 Celsius
- Freezing level Above summits
Low cloud and visibility
Some fog patches at valley level at first. Cloud thickening and descending on some eastern hills above 500m through the morning, before lifting above summit level. Moderate to Good views during the morning could give visibility of hills of around 20km away, but becoming poor at times to just a few km in any heavy showers.
Mountain weather information
Wed 22 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Early mist or fog patches in valleys soon lifting. A rather cloudy day follows with winds strengthening and an increasing chance of rain, perhaps becoming heavy and persistent into the evening.
Thu 23 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Cloudy and rather windy start, with hills obscured, along with outbreaks of rain or drizzle. These easing through the day, however only limited brighter or sunny spells possible with most hills staying cloudy.
Fri 24 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Low confidence, but likely a drier and brighter day, with cloud and outbreaks of rain clearing away north to leave sunny spells and occasional showers, perhaps thunderstorms.
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Summit specific forecast
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