Mountain weather
Lake District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High confidence for a period of rain focussed over western high ground Wednesday to Thursday otherwise mainly dry conditions for the rest of this period. Becoming brighter towards the end of the week.
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
A dry day with hazy sunshine. Moderate summit winds.
| 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Weather (at 800m) |
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Chance of precipitation (at 800m) |
00% | 00% | 00% | 00% | 00% | 00% |
Wind direction and speed (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
S
13
|
S
15
|
SW
16
|
SW
15
|
SW
16
|
SW
15
|
| 600m |
SW
11
|
S
13
|
SW
14
|
SW
13
|
SW
14
|
SW
12
|
| 300m |
S
3
|
S
6
|
SW
7
|
SW
7
|
SW
7
|
SW
4
|
| Valley |
S
1
|
SW
6
|
SW
7
|
SW
6
|
SW
5
|
SW
3
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m | 16 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 18 |
| 600m | 14 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 16 |
| 300m | 11 | 14 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 12 |
| Valley | 7 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 9 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
7°
|
7°
|
7°
|
7°
|
7°
|
6°
|
| 600m |
9°
|
9°
|
9°
|
9°
|
8°
|
8°
|
| 300m |
11°
|
12°
|
12°
|
12°
|
11°
|
10°
|
| Valley |
12°
|
13°
|
12°
|
13°
|
12°
|
11°
|
| Freezing Level |
2,100m
|
2,000m
|
2,000m
|
2,000m
|
2,100m
|
2,200m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
4°
|
4°
|
4°
|
4°
|
3°
|
3°
|
| 600m |
6°
|
6°
|
6°
|
6°
|
5°
|
5°
|
| 300m |
10°
|
11°
|
10°
|
11°
|
9°
|
9°
|
| Valley |
12°
|
12°
|
11°
|
12°
|
11°
|
10°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
A dry and bright day with high UV levels through thin cloud meaning that sun protection is recommended.
Weather
Dry but cloudy with clear spells overnight. The day will stay dry with some hazy sunshine.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
80%.
Low cloud and visibility
Broken cloud around 700 -900m will linger through the day with the visibility good away from cloud
Ground conditions
No recent ground conditions report available.
Mountain weather information
Weather
A dry and bright day with increasing sunny spells.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
80%
Maximum wind speed expected
South-southwest 10-15mph gust 30mph.
Temperature
- At 800m Plus 7 Celsius.
- Valley Plus 9 Celsius rising plus 16 Celsius.
- Freezing level Above the summits.
Low cloud and visibility
Broken cloud 600-800m in the morning will lift and break during the afternoon with the visibility remaining good away from cloud.
Mountain weather information
Fri 10 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Dry with sunny periods. Moderate southwest summit winds.
Sat 11 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Continuing dry with sunny periods. Moderate southerly summit winds.
Sun 12 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Another dry day with sunny periods. Fresh southeast summit winds.
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 Lake District covers an area of 885 square miles with its highest point, Scafell Pike, standing at 978 metres.