Lake District
The entire Lake District National Park, taking in all major summits, including Scafell, Helvellyn, Skiddaw, the Langdales and Old Man of Coniston.
Today's Forecast
Moderate breeze, fairly small impact, but chilly
A noticeable breeze, feeling distinctly chilly. Locally may be gusty, but unlikely to affect walking progress. 15-25mph.
Snow and hail showers
Periods of bright or sunny conditions mixed with showers or flurries of snow and hail, at times falling toward lower elevations.
Cool
Temperatures above freezing but typically no higher than +5C over the tops - if exposed to brisk winds will feel sub-zero. May not feel cold when climbing, but noticeably cold when stationary. Carry suitable clothing.
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Moderate breeze, fairly small impact, but chilly
A noticeable breeze, feeling distinctly chilly. Locally may be gusty, but unlikely to affect walking progress. 15-25mph.
Snow and hail showers
Periods of bright or sunny conditions mixed with showers or flurries of snow and hail, at times falling toward lower elevations.
Cool
Temperatures above freezing but typically no higher than +5C over the tops - if exposed to brisk winds will feel sub-zero. May not feel cold when climbing, but noticeably cold when stationary. Carry suitable clothing.
Viewing Forecast For
Lake District
Thursday 25th April 2024
Last updated
Wed 24th Apr 24 at
4:00PM
Summary for all mountain areas
Cold day across the UK with many areas having northerly winds. Increasing risk of showers in the afternoon in all areas, falling as snow or hail on high ground. Many summits clear or soon clear except for fragments of cloud forming during showers, particularly in the afternoon.
Headline for Lake District
Risk of afternoon snow showers
How windy? (On the summits)
Northwesterly 15 to 20mph easing to become northeasterly or variable 10mph.
Effect of the wind on you?
Small effect on walking, but still a noticeable chill where exposed on fells.
How Wet?
Showers developing
A scattering of showers forming increasingly during the day, with hail, plus snow flurries over higher fells.
Cloud on the hills?
Lifting above summits
Patchy cloud forming around some higher slopes in the morning, but bases rising above most or all tops by middle of day onward. Fragments may return in showers.
Chance of cloud free summits?
80%
Sunshine and air clarity?
Variable cloud and sun, best in morning. Visibility excellent.
How Cold? (at 750m)
0C rising to 3C. Wind chill feeling like -2 to -5C, coldest in morning.
Freezing Level
700 to 800m and in valley bottoms at first. Rising to just above summits by evening.
Viewing Forecast For
Lake District
Friday 26th April 2024
Last updated
Wed 24th Apr 24 at
4:00PM
How windy? (On the summits)
Light winds up to 10mph, likely east or northeasterly but may be variable in direction.
Effect of the wind on you?
Negligible.
How Wet?
Risk of showers
Showers developing, especially in the afternoon. Will fall as sleety snow or hail on high ground.
Cloud on the hills?
Mostly cloud free
Occasional patches may form on upper slopes during and after showers.
Chance of cloud free summits?
80%
Sunshine and air clarity?
Widespread sunshine in morning become patchy as clouds form in the afternoon. Excellent visibility.
How Cold? (at 750m)
Rising to 2C.
Freezing Level
800 to 900m. Frost valleys at dawn.
Viewing Forecast For
Lake District
Saturday 27th April 2024
Last updated
Wed 24th Apr 24 at
4:00PM
How windy? (On the summits)
Likely light winds with variable direction. Possibly easterly 10 to 15mph.
Effect of the wind on you?
Small.
How Wet?
Dry morning then afternoon showers
Mostly dry morning with the odd shower possible. Showers building and becoming widespread in the afternoon.
Cloud on the hills?
Patches in afternoon
Most summits cloud free in the morning. Patches of cloud forming in the afternoon during and after showers.
Chance of cloud free summits?
70%
Sunshine and air clarity?
Widespread sunshine in the morning. Becoming more patchy in afternoon as shower clouds form well above summits. Good visibility.
How Cold? (at 750m)
Around freezing in morning, when it may feel around -5C in the wind. Rising as high as 4C in the afternoon.
Freezing Level
800m in the morning but soon above the summits.
Planning Outlook
Remaining cold, especially northern England and Scotland. Initially winds remaining light but showers increasingly likely, falling as snow or hail on high ground. Small but active low bringing wind and precipitation to England and Wales on Sunday. Remaining showery and on-and-off cold into the early part of next week.