Mountain weather
Peak District Mountain weather forecast table
Confidence
High until Thursday when timings and intensity of rain uncertain.
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.
Mountain weather forecast
Becoming dry with some sunny spells developing through the afternoon.
| 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Weather (at 600m) |
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|
|
|
|
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Chance of precipitation (at 600m) |
50% | 30% | <05% | <05% | <05% | <05% |
Wind direction and speed (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
NE
9
|
NE
8
|
N
4
|
W
9
|
W
11
|
SW
10
|
| 300m |
N
6
|
NE
6
|
NW
3
|
W
7
|
W
7
|
SW
6
|
| Valley |
NE
3
|
NE
3
|
NW
3
|
W
7
|
W
7
|
W
4
|
Wind gust (mph)
Altitude above mean sea level
| 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m | 14 | 12 | 7 | 14 | 15 | 13 |
| 300m | 11 | 9 | 6 | 11 | 12 | 9 |
| Valley | 7 | 6 | 6 | 12 | 13 | 10 |
Altitude above mean sea level
| 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
10°
|
10°
|
13°
|
15°
|
14°
|
12°
|
| 300m |
12°
|
13°
|
16°
|
18°
|
17°
|
14°
|
| Valley |
13°
|
14°
|
17°
|
19°
|
18°
|
14°
|
| Freezing Level |
3,100m
|
2,900m
|
2,700m
|
2,100m
|
2,700m
|
2,800m
|
Altitude above mean sea level
| 06:00 | 09:00 | 12:00 | 15:00 | 18:00 | 21:00 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 600m |
8°
|
9°
|
12°
|
13°
|
12°
|
10°
|
| 300m |
11°
|
13°
|
16°
|
16°
|
16°
|
13°
|
| Valley |
13°
|
14°
|
17°
|
18°
|
16°
|
14°
|
Additional weather information
Meteorologist's view
Poor navigation conditions at first. High UV levels are expected with sun protection advised. Remaining warm, but less so than Tuesday.
Weather
Cloudy at first with outbreaks of rain and drizzle, this clearing to the southeast during the morning. Then dry with sunny spells developing through the afternoon.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
40% becoming 90% by late morning.
Low cloud and visibility
Areas of cloud covering summits above 500-600m, lifting above summits by late morning. Visibility moderate to very poor at first in rain and low cloud, improving to good or excellent by late morning.
Recent rainfall
Location: Cat & Fiddle (Midway between Buxton and Macclesfield)
Altitude: 511m
| Last 24 hours | Last 48 hours | Last 72 hours |
|---|---|---|
| 5.7mm | 6mm | 6mm |
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
Clear to start, cloud increasing from the northwest during the morning. Cloudy with spells of rain developing during the afternoon and continuing into the evening.
Chance of cloud-free hill tops
More than 90% at first, gradually becoming 40% during the afternoon.
Maximum wind speed expected
Southwesterly 20-25mph with gusts 35-40mph.
Temperature
- At 600m Plus 11 Celsius rising to plus 15 Celsius.
- Valley Plus 12 Celsius rising to plus 21 Celsius.
- Freezing level Above summits.
Low cloud and visibility
Isolated cloud covering summits above 500-600m becoming areas during the afternoon. Visibility good at first, becoming moderate to very poor in rain and low cloud.
Mountain weather information
Fri 16 Aug
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Sunny spells with the chance of a few showers. Moderate to fresh westerly winds.
Sat 17 Aug
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Probably dry and cloudier, isolated showers possible. Moderate to fresh westerly winds.
Sun 18 Aug
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Similar to Saturday.
Updated at:
Summit specific forecast
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Key
Mountain summits
Other points of interest
Cluster of multiple stations
The Peak District is home to a wide variety of magnificent hills, moors, outcrops and gritstone edges.