Beinn na Caillich weather forecast.

785 m summit forecast for wind, cloud, rain and temperature. Updated from the Thursday 6 August 2026 model run.

Seven-day Beinn na Caillich forecast.

Conditions can change quickly with height. Use the day-by-day summit detail below, then check again close to departure.

High confidence
Wind21 mph W Gusts29 mph Feels1°C Rain0.7 mm Cloud-free summit62% Cloud base1,038 m Freezing level2,150 m Daylight05:30–21:25 · 15.9 h
Spate watch

Burns and unbridged crossings may rise quickly. Assess them at the water and turn back if unsure.

Cloud-free timing: Around 0% early, improving to around 67% later.

A mixed day on Beinn na Caillich: summit wind broadly 10-25 mph, with gusts 25-35 mph early in the morning (fresh and blowy). The ground is likely to be saturated after recent rain. Expect boggy paths and rapid runoff if more rain arrives. There could be a spate risk based on forecast rainfall. Burns and unbridged crossings may rise quickly. Most likely from around 00:00 until around 11:00. Much calmer lower down - generally 0-10 mph in the valley, rising towards the tops. Cloud base around 500-800 m in the morning, lifting to 1000-1300 m around midday and 1000-1300 m by late afternoon. The top is likely to drift in and out of cloud, with the best chance of a view from the morning into the evening. Little or no rain expected. Cold on top: air temperature broadly 4 to 8°C, feeling around -2 to 2°C in the wind - wrap up.

High confidence
Wind43 mph SW Gusts60 mph Feels2°C Rain11.3 mm Cloud-free summit0% Cloud base445 m Freezing level2,010 m Daylight05:32–21:23 · 15.8 h
High spate risk

Burns and unbridged crossings may rise quickly. Assess them at the water and turn back if unsure.

A rough, clagged-in day on Beinn na Caillich: summit wind broadly 35-50 mph, with gusts 55-65 mph during the morning (storm-force winds). The ground is likely to be saturated after recent rain. Expect boggy paths and rapid runoff if more rain arrives. High spate risk based on forecast rainfall. Burns and unbridged crossings may become difficult or impassable. Most likely from around 00:00 until around 23:00. Much calmer lower down - generally 15-25 mph in the valley, rising towards the tops. Cloud base mostly around 400-700 m through daylight. Expect the top to stay in cloud for most or all of daylight, with no dependable break. Cloud is likely to hang lowest on southwestern slopes; the northeastern side should see somewhat higher bases and better breaks. A persistently wet day is possible, with around 10-20 mm indicated; local totals could vary considerably.

High confidence
Wind46 mph SW Gusts64 mph Feels3°C Rain14.6 mm Cloud-free summit0% Cloud base445 m Freezing level2,620 m Daylight05:34–21:21 · 15.8 h
Spate watch

Burns and unbridged crossings may rise quickly. Assess them at the water and turn back if unsure.

A rough, clagged-in day on Beinn na Caillich: summit wind broadly 35-50 mph, with gusts 60-70 mph during the morning (storm-force winds). The ground is likely to be saturated after recent rain. Expect boggy paths and rapid runoff if more rain arrives. There could be a spate risk based on forecast rainfall. Burns and unbridged crossings may rise quickly. Most likely from around 10:00 until around 03:00 the following day. Much calmer lower down - generally 10-20 mph in the valley, rising towards the tops. Cloud base mostly around 400-700 m through daylight. Expect the top to stay in cloud for most or all of daylight, with no dependable break. Cloud is likely to hang lowest on southwestern slopes; the northeastern side should see somewhat higher bases and better breaks. A persistently wet day is possible, with around 10-20 mm indicated; local totals could vary considerably.

High confidence
Wind25 mph W Gusts34 mph Feels2°C Rain4.1 mm Cloud-free summit0% Cloud base516 m Freezing level2,039 m Daylight05:36–21:18 · 15.7 h
High spate risk

Burns and unbridged crossings may rise quickly. Assess them at the water and turn back if unsure.

A grey, cloudy day on Beinn na Caillich: summit wind broadly 15-30 mph, with gusts 30-40 mph early in the morning (strong winds). The ground is likely to be saturated after recent rain. Expect boggy paths and rapid runoff if more rain arrives. High spate risk based on forecast rainfall. Burns and unbridged crossings may become difficult or impassable. Most likely from around 00:00 until around 04:00 the following day. Much calmer lower down - generally 5-15 mph in the valley, rising towards the tops. Cloud base mostly around 500-800 m through daylight. Expect the top to stay in cloud for most or all of daylight, with no dependable break. Cloud is likely to hang lowest on western slopes; the eastern side should see somewhat higher bases and better breaks. Some rain is likely, with around 2-5 mm indicated; timing and local totals remain uncertain. Cold on top: air temperature broadly 4 to 8°C, feeling around 0 to 4°C in the wind - wrap up.

Low confidence
Wind9 mph NW Gusts11 mph Feels4°C Rain0.5 mm Cloud-free summit88% Cloud base1,049 m Freezing level1,898 m Daylight05:38–21:16 · 15.6 h

Cloud-free timing: Around 50% early, improving to around 100% later.

A fine day on Beinn na Caillich: summit wind broadly 0-15 mph, with gusts 5-15 mph around midday (a moderate breeze). The ground is likely to be saturated after recent rain. Expect boggy paths and rapid runoff if more rain arrives. Any cloud sits well above the tops (base 800-1500 m) - clear summits. Little or no rain expected. Bright spells with UV up to 6 - sunscreen on exposed skin. Low confidence - the models disagree markedly (the forecast models are widely spread); check again nearer the time.

High confidence
Wind23 mph S Gusts29 mph Feels6°C Rain0.0 mm Cloud-free summit81% Cloud base2,040 m Freezing level2,980 m Daylight05:40–21:14 · 15.6 h

Cloud-free timing: Around 50% early, improving to around 83% later.

A fine day on Beinn na Caillich: summit wind broadly 10-30 mph, with gusts 25-35 mph during the evening (fresh and blowy). The ground is likely to be wet after recent rain. Much calmer lower down - generally 0-10 mph in the valley, rising towards the tops. Little or no rain expected.

Medium confidence
Wind37 mph S Gusts52 mph Feels10°C Rain11.1 mm Cloud-free summit50% Cloud base563 m Freezing level3,247 m Daylight05:42–21:11 · 15.5 h
Thunder risk: moderate

from the morning into the evening. Leave exposed summits and ridges if thunder develops.

Cloud-free timing: Around 100% early, falling to around 50% later.

A wild day on Beinn na Caillich: summit wind broadly 25-40 mph, with gusts 45-55 mph early in the morning (gale-force winds). A meaningful thunderstorm risk is indicated from the morning into the evening. Avoid committing to exposed ridges if storms begin to build. Much calmer lower down - generally 5-15 mph in the valley, rising towards the tops. Cloud base around 1500-1800 m in the morning, lowering to 500-800 m around midday and 500-800 m by late afternoon. The top is likely to drift in and out of cloud, with the best chance of a view during the morning. Cloud is likely to hang lowest on southern slopes; the northern side should see somewhat higher bases and better breaks. A persistently wet day is possible, with around 10-20 mm indicated; local totals could vary considerably. Confidence moderate - the forecast models differ somewhat (the forecast models show a moderate spread), so treat the numbers as a guide.

Forecast run: 2026-08-06

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