West Highlands Forecast
Western Highlands accessible from, and south of, Glenfinnan (Road to the Isles) and Glen Spean (includes Creag Meagaidh). This area include Ben Nevis and the mountains around Glencoe. In the east, includes Ben Alder south to Loch Lomond and Trossachs NP. Includes Arran and Mull.
Click here to access the PDF version of the forecast.Forecast last updated on Thursday 24th July 2014 at 3:03pm
How windy? (On the Munros)
Southeasterly less than 10mph; almost calm on many summits.
Effect of wind on you?
Negligible
How Wet?
Isolated thunderstorms
Very likely no rain; but continued small risk isolated afternoon and evening thunderstorms.
Cloud on the hills?
Very little if any
Mountains extensively cloud free - but threat of cloud just above glens (mountains above the cloud) Loch Lomond NP for a few hours after dawn and of cloud on higher slopes near rain.
Chance of cloud free Munros?
Almost certain
Sunshine and air clarity?
Sunshine extensive, although cloud may tend to fill in western mountains in afternoon. Visibility very good; there may be a haze.
How Cold? (at 900m)
16C
Freezing Level
Above the summits
Planning Outlook
All mountain areas of Britain from Saturday 26th July 2014
Less warm from the west across Scotland on Saturday, and bursts of rain and possibly thunder will develop. Only isolated if any rain before dark England and Wales. Cooler next week, particularly from mid-week. Through the week, occasional showers or rain, but often dry, although there may well be a deterioration to windier wetter weather by the end of next week across Scotland.
