Mountain weather
Lake District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
Generally high confidence over the coming days but moderate for detail of low cloud and showers. Confidence becoming low by late Wednesday/Thursday on development and movement of a low pressure system.
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.
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
A sunny day, chance of a few afternoon showers.
| 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Weather (at 800m) |
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Chance of precipitation (at 800m) |
<05% | <05% | <05% | 30% | 20% | <05% |
Wind direction and speed (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
NE
9
|
N
5
|
NE
5
|
W
8
|
N
9
|
E
7
|
| 600m |
NE
6
|
NE
4
|
E
7
|
W
8
|
N
9
|
E
6
|
| 300m |
N
1
|
NE
1
|
NE
3
|
W
5
|
N
5
|
NE
3
|
| Valley |
NW
1
|
W
4
|
W
7
|
W
5
|
NW
6
|
NE
5
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m | 11 | 8 | 8 | 11 | 13 | 9 |
| 600m | 8 | 7 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 8 |
| 300m | 7 | 6 | 9 | 9 | 11 | 7 |
| Valley | 4 | 7 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 7 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
13°
|
13°
|
14°
|
14°
|
13°
|
12°
|
| 600m |
13°
|
15°
|
17°
|
15°
|
15°
|
13°
|
| 300m |
14°
|
17°
|
20°
|
17°
|
17°
|
14°
|
| Valley |
15°
|
17°
|
18°
|
18°
|
18°
|
16°
|
| Freezing Level |
2,200m
|
2,300m
|
2,400m
|
2,600m
|
2,500m
|
2,500m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
11°
|
12°
|
14°
|
12°
|
12°
|
11°
|
| 600m |
12°
|
14°
|
16°
|
14°
|
13°
|
12°
|
| 300m |
14°
|
18°
|
20°
|
17°
|
16°
|
14°
|
| Valley |
15°
|
17°
|
18°
|
18°
|
17°
|
16°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Nothing to add.
Weather
Dry and sunny throughout the morning, a little cloud bubbling up into the afternoon with the chance of a few showers developing. These could be heavy with a risk of thunder. Dry and clear into the evening.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
90%
Low cloud and visibility
Visibility good or very good, temporary reductions in heavy showers.
Ground conditions
No recent ground conditions report available.
Mountain weather information
Weather
Patchy cloud and sunny spells through Monday, chance of a light shower during the afternoon.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
90%
Maximum wind speed expected
East or southeast 5-10 mph
Temperature
- At 800m Plus 9 rising to plus 13 Celsius
- Valley Plus 10 rising to plus 19 Celsius
- Freezing level Above summits
Low cloud and visibility
Visibility generally good, temporary reductions in any showers.
Mountain weather information
Tue 21 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Sunny spells on Tuesday, showers developing later in the afternoon. Light, variable winds.
Wed 22 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Rather cloudy but mainly dry, chance of rain later. Increasing northwesterly winds.
Thu 23 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Cloudy and potentially rather wet on Thursday. Moderate to strong west to northwesterly 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.