Mountain weather
Peak District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for a trend towards generally more settled conditions into mid-week, but lower confidence regarding whether these conditions continue through to the end of the period.
This evening forecast
Variable cloud amounts and some scattered showers this evening.
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.
Thunderstorms
Lightning is a significant mountain hazard which can result in serious injury or death. Mountain terrain often leaves one highly exposed to lightning strikes. Hail may give unpleasant conditions with torrential rain and localised flash flooding also possible, mainly in Summer months.
Mountain weather forecast
Rather cloudy morning with showers, these still heavy and perhaps turning thundery in places, but tending becoming more isolated through the afternoon with lengthier sunny spells.
| 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) |
20% | 50% | 70% | 70% | 50% | 40% | 20% | <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 |
SW
17
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SW
16
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W
15
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W
16
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W
16
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W
15
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W
14
|
W
12
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| 300m |
SW
12
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SW
11
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SW
11
|
W
12
|
W
13
|
W
13
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W
12
|
W
7
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| Valley |
SW
7
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SW
7
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SW
8
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W
9
|
W
11
|
W
11
|
W
10
|
W
6
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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 | 24 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 21 | 18 |
| 300m | 18 | 17 | 16 | 19 | 21 | 21 | 19 | 13 |
| Valley | 17 | 16 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 14 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
8°
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8°
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8°
|
9°
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10°
|
12°
|
11°
|
8°
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| 300m |
10°
|
9°
|
10°
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11°
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13°
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14°
|
14°
|
11°
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| Valley |
11°
|
10°
|
11°
|
12°
|
14°
|
16°
|
15°
|
12°
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| Freezing Level |
2,000m
|
2,000m
|
2,000m
|
2,000m
|
1,900m
|
1,900m
|
1,900m
|
1,900m
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Altitude above mean sea level
| 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
4°
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4°
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5°
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6°
|
7°
|
9°
|
8°
|
6°
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| 300m |
8°
|
7°
|
8°
|
9°
|
11°
|
12°
|
12°
|
10°
|
| Valley |
10°
|
9°
|
9°
|
10°
|
12°
|
13°
|
13°
|
10°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Low chance of showers turning thundery, perhaps giving lightning risk. High UV levels will give a risk of sunburn in longer sunny spells.
Weather
Rather cloudy with showers during the morning, still heavy in places, with a risk of isolated thunderstorms developing. However, the showers will tend to gradually weaken through the afternoon, with sunny spells becoming more prevalent by evening.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
40% at first improving to 90% or more into the afternoon
Low cloud and visibility
Cloud occasionally around 600m at first in the morning, especially in heavier showers. However, bases lifting largely above summits into the afternoon, although some brief reductions possible in any heavier showers. Generally very good visibility outside showers, with brief reductions in showers.
Recent rainfall
Location: Cat & Fiddle (Midway between Buxton and Macclesfield)
Altitude: 511m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1mm | 9.2mm | 16.2mm |
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
Mostly dry with sunny spells, just the chance of isolated light afternoon showers developing.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
80%, soon improving to 90% or more.
Maximum wind speed expected
Northwest 10mph gusts 20mph.
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 7 Celsius rising to Plus 12 Celsius
- Valley Plus 8 Celsius, rising to Plus 19 Celsius
- Freezing level Above summits.
Low cloud and visibility
Some patchy cloud around 600m at first in the morning. However, bases soon lifting largely above summits, although some brief reductions possible in any heavier showers that develop. Generally very good visibility outside showers, with brief reductions in any locally heavy showers.
Mountain weather information
Wed 19 Jun
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Sunny spells and mostly dry, just a few light showers could develop in the afternoon. Moderate northwest winds.
Thu 20 Jun
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Mostly dry conditions with sunny spells. Winds light to moderate, west to northwesterly.
Fri 21 Jun
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Mostly dry start, perhaps turning cloudier later with some showers. Variable winds may freshen from the southwest later.
Updated at:
Summit specific forecast
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