Mountain weather
Peak District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for dry and settled conditions, moderate for extent of any overnight low cloud and fog.
This evening forecast
Staying dry this evening with some high cloud perhaps obscuring the sky at times.
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.
Mountain weather forecast
Plenty of fine weather with light winds.
| 00:00 | 03:00 | 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% | <05% | <05% |
Wind direction and speed (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
SE
8
|
SE
9
|
SE
11
|
S
9
|
S
6
|
SE
7
|
SE
6
|
SE
11
|
| 300m |
E
4
|
E
4
|
SE
5
|
S
7
|
S
5
|
S
5
|
SE
5
|
SE
8
|
| Valley |
E
5
|
E
5
|
E
4
|
S
5
|
S
4
|
SW
3
|
SE
4
|
E
6
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m | 10 | 12 | 15 | 12 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 16 |
| 300m | 6 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 15 |
| Valley | 7 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 8 | 7 | 9 | 12 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
14°
|
13°
|
14°
|
14°
|
16°
|
16°
|
16°
|
14°
|
| 300m |
15°
|
14°
|
15°
|
17°
|
18°
|
19°
|
19°
|
17°
|
| Valley |
14°
|
14°
|
15°
|
18°
|
20°
|
20°
|
19°
|
17°
|
| Freezing Level |
2,600m
|
2,600m
|
2,600m
|
2,500m
|
2,500m
|
2,600m
|
2,600m
|
2,600m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
12°
|
12°
|
12°
|
13°
|
15°
|
15°
|
15°
|
12°
|
| 300m |
15°
|
14°
|
14°
|
16°
|
18°
|
18°
|
18°
|
16°
|
| Valley |
14°
|
13°
|
14°
|
17°
|
19°
|
20°
|
19°
|
16°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Feeling warm in the sunshine with light winds. Protection from UV advised.
Weather
Another fine and dry day with some hazy sunshine but probably cloudier, especially by the afternoon as cloud bubbles up and spreads out.. Feeling warm by afternoon with lights winds.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
80% or more but 50% around dawn period.
Low cloud and visibility
Cloud bases well above summits. Isolated patches of mist and fog in some valleys, visibility generally very good across the Park by the afternoon.
Recent rainfall
Location: Cat & Fiddle (Midway between Buxton and Macclesfield)
Altitude: 511m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 0mm | 0mm | 0.3mm |
Measurement date:
Rainfall data provided by the Environment Agency. The Met Office is not responsible for content provided by third parties and may remove this data without warning.
Mountain weather information
Weather
Fine and settled weather continuing with moderate southeasterly winds. Increasing chance of some showers breaking out later in afternoon and into the evening. These may be thundery.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
Greater than 90% for much of the day.
Maximum wind speed expected
Southerly around 25mph.
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 7 Celsius becoming Plus 10 Celsius.
- Valley Plus 13 Celsius becoming Plus 19 Celsius.
- Freezing level Well above summits.
Low cloud and visibility
Cloud bases probably remaining well above summits with very good visibility
Mountain weather information
Sun 12 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
A fine start to the day with increasing cloud through the morning ahead of some thundery outbreaks of rain though the afternoon. Moderate south or southeasterly winds. Freezing level well above summits.
Mon 13 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Feeling cooler than of late as further outbreaks of heavy and possibly thundery rain affect much of the park. Moderate south or southeasterly winds. Freezing level well above summits.
Tue 14 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Another cooler and unsettled day with brisk winds from the SW and further showers or longer spells of rain.
Updated at:
Summit specific forecast
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