Mountain weather
Lake District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High for Thursday and Friday. Some uncertainty in the extent of any rain on Sunday.
This evening forecast
Starting off dry. Rain then spreading across all ranges from the southwest, occasionally heavy. Strong southerly winds, summit gales. Cloud lowering to 700 to 900 metres, especially across southern fells.
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 with some sunshine, breezy on the tops
| 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) |
20% | 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 |
S
36
|
SW
29
|
SW
17
|
SW
20
|
SW
24
|
SW
24
|
SW
25
|
S
28
|
| 600m |
S
28
|
SW
24
|
SW
13
|
SW
18
|
SW
23
|
SW
23
|
SW
20
|
S
20
|
| 300m |
S
11
|
SW
10
|
SW
4
|
SW
9
|
SW
12
|
SW
13
|
SW
10
|
S
6
|
| Valley |
S
11
|
SW
10
|
SW
6
|
SW
10
|
SW
13
|
SW
13
|
SW
10
|
S
7
|
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 | 45 | 36 | 21 | 26 | 33 | 33 | 33 | 33 |
| 600m | 39 | 32 | 17 | 25 | 32 | 32 | 28 | 27 |
| 300m | 29 | 24 | 12 | 20 | 27 | 26 | 23 | 19 |
| Valley | 28 | 23 | 13 | 20 | 25 | 25 | 22 | 20 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
6°
|
5°
|
4°
|
5°
|
6°
|
6°
|
6°
|
5°
|
| 600m |
8°
|
7°
|
6°
|
8°
|
9°
|
9°
|
9°
|
7°
|
| 300m |
10°
|
9°
|
9°
|
11°
|
13°
|
13°
|
11°
|
9°
|
| Valley |
12°
|
11°
|
11°
|
13°
|
14°
|
14°
|
13°
|
11°
|
| Freezing Level |
1,800m
|
1,500m
|
1,300m
|
1,300m
|
1,200m
|
1,300m
|
1,400m
|
1,300m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| 00:00 | 03:00 | 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 900m |
0°
|
-2°
|
-1°
|
0°
|
1°
|
2°
|
1°
|
-1°
|
| 600m |
3°
|
2°
|
3°
|
4°
|
5°
|
5°
|
5°
|
3°
|
| 300m |
8°
|
6°
|
8°
|
10°
|
10°
|
10°
|
9°
|
7°
|
| Valley |
10°
|
9°
|
10°
|
11°
|
11°
|
11°
|
11°
|
10°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Cool, brisk winds expected at height.
Weather
All ranges will have a dry day with some lengthy spells of strong sunshine. Strong winds on the summits.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
90%
Low cloud and visibility
Very good visibility throughout the day with summits expected to be cloud free. Some thin, patchy cloud around 500 metres possible across western and southern fells first thing in the morning.
Ground conditions
No recent ground conditions report available.
Mountain weather information
Weather
Dry in the morning, some hazy sunshine. Cloudy in the afternoon with outbreaks of rain spreading from the west, occasionally heavy. Turning clearer and dry in the evening. Windy, strong southerly summits winds.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
80%
Maximum wind speed expected
Southerly 25 to 35 mph on summits
Temperature
- At 800m Plus 8 Celsius
- Valley Plus 7 rising to 16 Celsius
- Freezing level Above summits
Low cloud and visibility
Poor in early low cloud down to 500 metres across southern fells, otherwise good visibility in the morning. Becoming poor at times in the afternoon as cloud lowers to 700 to 900 metres.
Mountain weather information
Sat 21 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Mainly dry with some sunny intervals. Brisk and cool southwesterly summits winds.
Sun 22 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Cloudy start with a little light rain, dry and bright by afternoon.
Mon 23 May
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Dry with some sunshine.
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.
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).