Mountain weather
Lake District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for a fair weather Saturday, then gradually turning more unsettled from Sunday with risk of thunderstorms increasing early next week, before gradually improving towards mid-week.
This evening forecast
Dry with good late sunshine then clear spells. Light and variable winds. Freezing level well above all peaks.
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
Dry, sunny and very warm with light winds.
| 00:00 | 03:00 | 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% | 00% | 00% |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
SE
11
|
SE
12
|
E
7
|
E
9
|
SE
8
|
SE
8
|
SE
9
|
E
13
|
| 600m |
SE
10
|
SE
11
|
E
6
|
E
9
|
SE
9
|
SE
8
|
SE
7
|
E
14
|
| 300m |
SE
5
|
SE
5
|
E
3
|
E
5
|
SE
5
|
SE
5
|
SE
2
|
E
6
|
| Valley |
E
3
|
E
4
|
NE
3
|
E
3
|
E
5
|
E
4
|
NE
3
|
E
4
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m | 14 | 15 | 9 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 18 |
| 600m | 13 | 13 | 8 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 10 | 20 |
| 300m | 8 | 9 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 7 | 13 |
| Valley | 6 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 12 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
18°
|
18°
|
18°
|
19°
|
19°
|
21°
|
21°
|
18°
|
| 600m |
19°
|
18°
|
18°
|
20°
|
22°
|
23°
|
23°
|
19°
|
| 300m |
17°
|
17°
|
18°
|
23°
|
25°
|
26°
|
24°
|
19°
|
| Valley |
19°
|
19°
|
20°
|
24°
|
26°
|
27°
|
25°
|
22°
|
| Freezing Level |
2,800m
|
2,800m
|
2,800m
|
2,900m
|
3,000m
|
3,000m
|
3,000m
|
3,000m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
16°
|
15°
|
16°
|
17°
|
18°
|
19°
|
19°
|
15°
|
| 600m |
17°
|
16°
|
17°
|
18°
|
20°
|
22°
|
22°
|
16°
|
| 300m |
17°
|
16°
|
18°
|
23°
|
25°
|
26°
|
25°
|
19°
|
| Valley |
19°
|
19°
|
20°
|
24°
|
26°
|
27°
|
26°
|
22°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Nothing to add.
Weather
All will enjoying another dry day with prolonged periods of strong sunshine, coupled with quite light winds.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
100%
Low cloud and visibility
Generally good or very good
Ground conditions
No recent ground conditions report available.
Mountain weather information
Weather
Mainly dry overnight and early Sunday morning, but Increasing risk of showers through the day, with outbreaks turning heavy at times for the late afternoon and evening, bringing the risk of hail and thunder.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
95% at this level with bases lowering sporadically in showers.
Maximum wind speed expected
Variable 15mph or less
Temperature
- At 800m Plus 15 Celsius increasing 20 Celsius for a time during the afternoon
- Valley Plus 14 Celsius increasing 32 Celsius for a time during the afternoon
- Freezing level Well above all peaks
Low cloud and visibility
Good or very good, becoming moderate or poor in showers, also very poor within cloud as bases lower 450-600m in showers.
Mountain weather information
Mon 15 Aug
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Showers, these heavy at times with some hail and thunder. Winds light and variable. Freezing level remaining above all peaks.
Tue 16 Aug
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Further showers, these frequent and heavy at times with hail and thunder. Winds light and variable. Freezing level remaining above all peaks.
Wed 17 Aug
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Showers dwindling through the day as brighter spells increase. Light northerly summit winds. Freezing level remaining above all peaks.
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Summit specific forecast
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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.
Scafell Pike is the highest mountain in England. From its summit, the view spans from the Mourne Mountains in Northern Ireland to Snowdonia in Wales. The Lake District also contains the deepest and longest lakes in England; Wastwater and Windermere.
Much smaller than its Scottish counterparts, but no less breathtaking, is the Lake District National Park. While unarguably most famous for the lakes and waters from which it took its name, the National Park certainly has plenty to offer climbers as well. Not only that, special routes have been created (known as Miles Without Stiles) to offer more laid back, moderate walks.
Those looking for a challenge are suitably catered for with the Lakeland Fells, as made famous by rambler and cartographer Alfred Wainwright. These include some of the highest peaks in England: Scafell Pike (978 metres), Scafell (965 metres), Helvellyn (951 metres) and Skiddaw (931 metres).